Vorderburg, Medieval castle in Neckarsteinach, Germany.
The Vorderburg features a residential building, a dungeon, and a farm building, positioned on elevated terrain near the Neckar River.
Built in the early 13th century by Ulrich I of Steinach, the Vorderburg served as a defensive structure during the Hohenstaufen Dynasty period.
The castle forms part of Neckarsteinach's Four Castle ensemble, reflecting the architectural preferences of German nobility during medieval times.
While the castle remains under private ownership by the barons of Warsberg-Dorth, visitors can observe its exterior during the Four Castle walking tour.
The castle retains its original ramparts and stands as one of four fortifications that earned Neckarsteinach its designation as the Town of Four Castles.
Location: Neckarsteinach
GPS coordinates: 49.40910,8.83530
Latest update: March 7, 2025 12:29
Hesse displays significant historical structures from multiple periods. The Roman fort Saalburg presents military architecture from the 2nd century. The monasteries of Arnsburg and Seligenstadt preserve Carolingian and Romanesque construction. Trendelburg and Friedrichstein castles connect medieval history with the Grimm era. The Crystal Cave Kubach and the Stone Field in Odenwald add geological formations to the cultural heritage.
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