Burgruine Rupprechtstein, Medieval castle ruin in Etzelwang, Germany.
The stone remains of Rupprechtstein Castle stand on a 550-meter ridge in the Amberg-Sulzbach district, featuring a tower base and vaulted cellars.
First documented in 1243 through the Engelthal Monastery records, the castle served as the residence of the Freudenberg family from the 14th century until 1601.
The ruins represent medieval architectural methods of the Upper Palatinate region, with remaining structures showing construction techniques from different centuries.
Visitors can reach the castle ruins through marked hiking paths in the Etzelwang municipality, with the site remaining open for public exploration throughout the year.
The castle complex includes a deep draw well and connects to a separate watchtower called Burgstall Trutziger Kaiser, located 100 meters southeast.
Location: Etzelwang
GPS coordinates: 49.53718,11.58671
Latest update: March 3, 2025 21:33
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