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Schwalenburg, Medieval archaeological site and castle in Schwalefeld, Germany

The Schwalenburg fortress stands on a strategic hilltop position at coordinates 51.3151 latitude and 8.62539 longitude in northern Germany.

During World War II, the structure experienced substantial damage when a Halifax III bomber from the 51st Squadron crashed into its tower in October 1944.

The archaeological remains of Schwalenburg provide evidence of medieval defensive architecture and regional construction methods from several centuries ago.

The site requires advance arrangements for visits, and local guides offer detailed information about the castle's layout and archaeological findings.

The fortress location at the intersection of ancient trade routes made it a control point for monitoring regional commerce and military movements.

Location: Schwalefeld

GPS coordinates: 51.31510,8.62539

Latest update: March 6, 2025 02:09

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