Eiringsburg

Eiringsburg is a circular rampart site and archaeological location near Bad Kissingen with remains of medieval fortifications. The structure rises from the landscape and still shows the basic form of the original defensive installation.

The site began as a fortified settlement in the early medieval period to protect territorial control over the Bad Kissingen region. It served as one of several important strongpoints in a network that monitored these territories.

The site shows how medieval communities built and organized their settlements with defensive walls. The circular design reflects construction practices common to the period.

The site is accessible by walking trails year-round and sturdy footwear is recommended for your visit. The terrain is uneven in places with some steep sections, so plan accordingly for your exploration.

Excavations at this site regularly reveal new findings about how such circular ramparts were built and used in daily life. Each discovery helps clarify the defense strategies that communities employed during medieval times.