Wäscherschloss, Medieval fortress in Wäschenbeuren, Germany.
The stone castle stands at 436 meters elevation, providing views across the Beutental valley and toward the Hohenstaufen hill in Baden-Württemberg.
Built between 1220 and 1250, the fortress first appeared in documents from 1271 regarding a dispute between Lorch monastery and Knight Konrad der Wascher.
The castle museum displays exhibits about the Hohenstaufen dynasty, presenting the medieval heritage of the Baden-Württemberg region through artifacts and displays.
The renovated castle museum opens regular hours for visitors, with guided tours available through the State Heritage Agency of Baden-Württemberg.
The castle earned recognition as Castle of the Year in Baden-Württemberg during 2011, following extensive renovations and museum modernization projects.
Location: Wäschenbeuren
GPS coordinates: 48.76710,9.70583
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:24
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