Tannenburg, Spur castle in Bühlertann, Germany.
Description
Tannenburg is a spur castle perched on a western ridge of the Ellwanger Berge mountains, overlooking the Bühlertal valley below. It features three successive defensive moats and a large accessible shield wall that demonstrate its former fortifications.
History
The Benedictine Abbey of Ellwangen built this border fortress between the 11th and 12th centuries as a strategic outpost. Its first documented mention appears in regional records from 1223.
Culture
The chapel inside is dedicated to Saint Maria Magdalena and shows Gothic and Renaissance features in its stone walls. Visitors can still see these architectural details while walking through the grounds today.
Practical
The property operates today as a school landhome and educational farm where visitors can learn about agriculture and medieval history. Access to the fortifications and shield wall is available to tourists, providing good views of the overall structure.
Did you know?
The three moats arranged in succession form a rare defensive system that makes this one of the most complete shield wall castles in Württemberg. Such elaborate multiple water-filled ditch systems are unusual in this region and show how important the site was as a border installation.
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