Château du Nouveau-Windstein, Rock castle in Windstein, France.
The medieval fortress stands on a sandstone hill with remaining walls, a keep, and a barbican featuring defensive arrowslits and window seats.
Built around 1339 by William of Windstein after the destruction of Vieux-Windstein, the castle served as a fief of the bishops of Speyer.
The castle represents the architectural evolution of medieval defensive structures, with modifications made in the 15th century to accommodate firearm technology.
Visitors can reach the castle through a 30-minute walk from Windstein Town Hall, following the marked Alsace Fortified Castles Trail.
The fortress includes underground tunnels that date back to the 1332 siege, demonstrating medieval mining techniques and defensive strategies.
Location: Windstein
Inception: 13 century
GPS coordinates: 48.99361,7.67833
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:07
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