Burg Mühlhausen/Thüringen

Burg Mühlhausen is a castle ruin on the southern edge of the Unstrut basin in this medieval town of Thuringia. Today the site is marked by an artistic work covering a former brewery cellar from the 1800s.

This fortress was first recorded in 974 and later served as a residence for Emperor Heinrich IV before Heinrich the Lion destroyed it, leading to rebuilding in 1192. Centuries of construction and modifications completely buried any trace of its original form.

The site carries a name rooted in medieval rule and serves as a reminder of this location's importance to the city's identity. Today it functions as public space where locals and visitors pass through, while the nearby preserved city wall still shows the medieval character of the surroundings.

The castle site is located near the northern city wall and can be easily found by following a memorial plaque. From here, visitors can also explore nearby sections of the medieval fortifications.

In the 13th century, an election of a Roman King took place here, showing how important this location was to the empire. This historical moment remains largely unknown today despite revealing the significance of the site.