Frankenburg, Medieval rock castle ruins in Südliche Weinstraße, Germany.
Frankenburg is a castle built into a high rocky outcrop in the Rhineland-Palatinate region, now standing as ruins. What remains are wall sections and passages carved into the stone itself, showing how the fortress was integrated into the natural rock formation.
Construction took place during the 1300s and the site received its first written mention around that same period. The fortress was gradually left behind and deteriorated over the following centuries.
The stone work shows the skill of medieval craftspeople who carved stairs and openings directly into the rock face. These details reveal how people of that time shaped their living spaces within the natural stone structure.
You reach the ruins by climbing a set of steps carved into the rock, which can be quite steep in places. Wear sturdy shoes and be prepared for uneven ground throughout the visit.
The rock itself features deep vertical cuts and a wide defensive ditch system carved directly into the stone. These defensive methods were unusual for the period and were specifically adapted to this rock-based setting.
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