Burg Berneck, Medieval hilltop castle in Altensteig, Germany.
The castle stands on a rocky promontory between valleys, with three sides protected by steep slopes and a shield wall on the fourth side.
Built between 1050 and 1100, the fortress belonged to the noble lords of Berneck until their lineage ended in the sixteenth century.
The architectural elements include a 38-meter high shield wall made of ashlar blocks, featuring covered firing slots and defensive walkways.
While the castle grounds remain closed to public access, visitors can explore numerous hiking trails around the structure through the Black Forest Nature Park.
The defensive system incorporated a castle moat specifically designed to prevent the approach of rolling towers, catapults, and battering rams.
Location: Altensteig
GPS coordinates: 48.60489,8.61437
Latest update: March 5, 2025 14:29
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