Schloss Gondorf

Schloss Gondorf is a medieval castle complex on elevated ground above the Moselle, with stone walls and towers from the Middle Ages. The structure follows a typical layout for a river-surveillance fortress with multiple defensive elements rising across the hillside above the landscape.

The castle was built around 1400 as a fortification by the House of Leyen to secure strategic control over the Moselle River. It remained an important defensive position for centuries along one of Europe's key trade routes.

The site takes its name from its medieval past and is defined today by the castle ruins that shape the landscape of the Moselle region. These remains tell of a time when such fortifications organized life and security for people in the area.

The grounds are accessible year-round for exploration, with marked hiking trails in the surrounding area. Visitors can walk through the site and enjoy views of the Moselle and the surrounding hills.

A motorway tunnel has run beneath the castle since 1971, routed around the medieval walls during construction. This solution preserved the historical structure from demolition and created an unusual coexistence of modern traffic and a medieval monument.

Location: Kobern-Gondorf

Inception: 14 century

GPS coordinates: 50.29130,7.45960

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:47