Schloss Stocksberg, Medieval castle in Brackenheim, Germany
Schloss Stocksberg is a castle in Brackenheim, Germany, standing on a square plateau separated from the Heuchelberg ridge by a protective ditch. The structure features a two-wing main building with a tower rising about 30 meters (98 feet) high.
The castle first appeared in written records in 1220 and came under the control of the Teutonic Order in 1307. It was rebuilt around 1574 after peasants destroyed it in the preceding century.
The castle sits within a region shaped by vineyards and agricultural fields that define the local landscape. This rural setting reflects how the area has been used for generations.
The castle remains in private ownership and is not open to visitors, but several hiking trails in the surrounding area offer good views of the exterior. These paths provide clear sightlines to observe the building's structure and its setting on the plateau.
During World War II, the castle provided shelter for the Reich Labor Service members. After the war, it was converted into a retirement home, giving it an entirely different purpose.
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