Eresburg, Hill castle in Marsberg, Germany
The Eresburg castle stood on a plateau reaching 150 meters above the Diemel River, marking the border between Saxon and Frankish territories.
In 772, Charlemagne captured the castle during the Saxon Wars and established it as a strategic Frankish stronghold in the conquered territory.
The castle site contained the Irminsul, a central religious monument for Saxon pagans before Charlemagne ordered its destruction during his conquest.
The castle ruins sit at 390 meters above sea level, offering views across the Diemel Valley and access to surrounding medieval defense structures.
Archaeological excavations near the current collegiate church revealed settlement traces dating back to the pre-Roman Iron Age through pottery findings.
Location: Marsberg
GPS coordinates: 51.45030,8.85278
Latest update: May 12, 2025 21:28
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