Schloss Abensberg, Medieval water castle in Abensberg, Germany.
Schloss Abensberg is a medieval water castle in the town of Abensberg, located in Bavaria, Germany. The fortress remains surrounded by historic walls and a moat that defined its original defensive purpose.
The castle was first recorded in 1256 and suffered heavy damage during the Thirty Years' War. Today, sections from the 13th and 14th centuries still remain standing.
The castle grounds host numerous traditional events, including the historical citizens' festival and the pre-Christmas Nicholas Market throughout the year.
A brick-arched bridge provides access to the castle grounds, where you can explore the remaining medieval structures and fortification elements. The visit is best during daylight hours to fully appreciate the details of the historic walls and moat.
Archaeological excavations in 1998 unearthed the foundations of a keep from 1436 and the former location of Saint Nicholas chapel, documented in 1423. These discoveries reveal that the castle was once more complex and extensive than the remains visible today.
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