Ruine Hirschstein

Ruine Hirschstein is a medieval castle site in the forest landscape of northern Bavaria at about 744 meters elevation. The remains stretch about 100 meters in length and 50 meters in width, with partially preserved walls reaching up to four meters high.

The castle was first documented in records from 1223, indicating the structure already existed at that time. Ceramic finds show continuous settlement from the 13th through 14th century under the Hirschberg family.

The ruins show medieval stone construction that still reflects the building traditions of the region. Visitors can observe the granite blocks and preserved walls, which tell of the craftsmanship of earlier generations.

Visitors should wear sturdy shoes, as the ground is uneven and there are steep slopes leading to the ruins. During or after rain, the terrain can become slippery, so timing your visit accordingly is helpful.

A boundary stone called Markgrafenstein from 1742 stands about 250 meters north of the ruins, marking the former border between Brandenburg-Bayreuth and neighboring territories. This boundary marker provides insight into the territorial organization of the region beyond the castle itself.

Location: Martinlamitzer Forst-Nord

Elevation above the sea: 744 m

Length: 100 m

Width: 50 m

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Website: http://umweltatlas.bayern.de/mapapps/resources/reports/geotope/generateBericht.pdf?additionallayerfieldvalue=475R023

GPS coordinates: 50.17804,12.00201

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:28