Rheinbacher Burg

The remnants of this water castle feature a defensive tower, residential palace, gatehouse, and sections of walls surrounded by a former moat system.

Built in the 12th century by the knights of Rheinbach, the castle served as a strategic fortification on the Aachen-Frankfurt highway until its destruction in 1673.

The castle ruins, including the tower known as Hexenturm dated to 1180, represent medieval German fortification architecture and defensive construction methods.

Visitors can access parts of the main castle structure through designated pathways, with guided tours providing information about the medieval fortress layout.

Dendrochronological analysis of the remaining tower structures reveals precise construction dates and building techniques from the late 12th century.

GPS coordinates: 50.62400,6.95060

Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:52