Burg Ravenstein, Medieval hilltop castle ruins in Hennef, Germany
The castle remains include a circular mound of 27 meters in diameter with stone walls and traces of a water-filled moat.
First documented in 1450, the castle served as a residence for knight Philippus Roys and his wife Heylwigis before falling into disrepair during the 18th century.
The site represents a typical medieval fortification system with its elevated position and defensive structures in the Rhein-Sieg region of North Rhine-Westphalia.
The castle ruins stand at coordinates 50.741111, 7.396111, approximately 250 meters northwest of Ravenstein's center, accessible through local hiking paths.
Local folklore tells of a knight named Junker Möcher who made a deal with the devil, while his wife covered herself in honey and feathers to break the pact.
Location: Hennef
GPS coordinates: 50.74111,7.39611
Latest update: March 8, 2025 16:02
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