Burg Torstein, Medieval castle ruins in Bad Tabarz, Germany.
The castle remnants stand 80 meters above Lauchagrund on a small cliff at 566 meters elevation within the Thuringian Forest.
Archaeological evidence reveals that the castle site dates back to prehistoric times, with major construction developments occurring throughout the 13th century.
The name Thorstein originates from a natural porphyry gate formation at the northern section of the Kleiner Wagenberg mountain range.
Visitors access the castle through a shelter at Dürre Wiese, following an 80-meter earth wall that leads to the main fortification area.
The castle grounds measure 250 by 80 meters, featuring preserved wall structures and a defensive ditch system on its mountain spur location.
Location: Bad Tabarz
GPS coordinates: 50.85490,10.49680
Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:11
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