Castle of Plauen

Castle of Plauen is a medieval ruin located on Amtsberg hill in the city, displaying stone walls with characteristic defensive features from that era. The structure reveals the construction methods used to build fortifications during the medieval period.

This fortification emerged during the medieval period to protect and control the surrounding region. Over time the site was abandoned and only ruins remain today.

The ruins serve as a place where visitors can connect with the region's medieval past through displays and information. Local exhibits show how people lived and worked during that period.

The site is best reached on foot using marked paths that lead up from the town center to the ruins. Wear sturdy shoes as the terrain is uneven and the paths are steep.

Despite its ruined state the site is carefully inventoried and monitored as a heritage monument. This official designation ensures the historical remains are preserved for future generations.

Location: Plauen

GPS coordinates: 50.49502,12.14012

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:50