Burgruine, Medieval fortress ruins in Franconian Switzerland, Germany
The stone remains stand on a high hill, offering views across the surrounding forests and valleys of the Franconian countryside.
The fortress served as a strategic defensive position during the territorial conflicts of the Holy Roman Empire in the Middle Ages.
The ruins represent traditional German defensive architecture, with remnants of watchtowers, thick walls, and a central courtyard layout.
Visitors can reach the castle ruins through marked hiking trails that connect to the parking area at the base of the hill.
Underground passages carved into the bedrock beneath the fortress create a network of chambers that extends through multiple levels.
GPS coordinates: 49.76473,11.48297
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:41
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