Veldenz Castle, Medieval castle in Nohfelden, Germany
Veldenz Castle is a medieval fortress sitting on a strategic hilltop in Nohfelden with largely preserved surrounding walls and a stone keep. The keep rises about 21 meters high and stands without its original roof, while the entire complex spreads across roughly 100 meters in length.
First mentioned in documents in 1285, the castle was built through an agreement between Count William Bossel II of Stein and the Count of Veldenz that allowed shared military use. Over the following centuries it served as an important defensive stronghold in the region.
The castle layout shows how medieval communities organized their defensive spaces, with thick stone walls designed for both protection and daily living. Walking through the ruins reveals the practical ways people adapted to life in a fortified settlement.
The municipality of Nohfelden offers guided tours of the keep from April through October, which can be arranged in advance through the local tourist office. The site is easy to reach by local roads, and visitors should wear sturdy shoes since the terrain is hilly.
The basement area opened to visitors in 1971 and reveals construction methods typical of fortified medieval buildings from this era. This access allows visitors to see how defenders adapted stonework and interior spaces to withstand long conflicts.
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