Ilburg, Medieval castle ruin on Großer Burgberg in Harztor, Germany.
The remnants of Ilburg include sections of castle walls, building foundations, and a restored well situated on elevated terrain at 300 meters above sea level.
Constructed between 1065 and 1068 by King Henry IV of the Salian dynasty, the castle served as a strategic fortress until its demolition order in 1651.
The castle ruins stand as evidence of medieval German defensive architecture, reflecting the building methods and military strategies of the high middle ages.
The site remains open throughout the year, with visitors advised to wear hiking shoes due to the uneven, vegetation-covered pathways leading to the ruins.
During the Saxon Revolt of 1073, King Henry IV escaped through a passage connected to the castle well, leaving behind the royal chapel and burial crypt.
Location: Harztor
GPS coordinates: 51.57980,10.78490
Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:24
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