Château du Ramstein, Medieval castle in Baerenthal, France.
The remains of Château du Ramstein stand on a sandstone platform at 292 meters elevation, overlooking the Zinselbach valley in northeastern France.
The Lords of Ramstein constructed this fortress in the mid-thirteenth century to control the route between Pirmasens and Bouxwiller until its destruction in 1335.
The structure marked the boundary between the diocese of Metz and Strasbourg, representing the territorial divisions of medieval ecclesiastical authorities in the region.
Visitors can freely access the ruins and explore the remaining stairs, galleries, and rock-carved chambers while following designated safety guidelines.
Two underground chambers, originally excavated in 1936 for the Maginot Line military installations, remain visible at the base of the castle ruins.
Location: Baerenthal
Inception: 1254
GPS coordinates: 48.98472,7.52278
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:49
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