Lindelbrunn Castle

Lindelbrunn Castle was likely founded in the mid-12th century as an imperial castle, possibly originating from the possessions of the Imperial Church of Speyer. In 1268, Dieter von Lindelbol, a descendant of the Imperial Seneschal Markward von Annweiler, was first mentioned in documents. It is believed that he spearheaded the main expansion of the castle, including the palas and a freestanding chapel, around 1190/1200. In 1274, King Rudolf von Habsburg transferred the castle to Counts Emich IV and Friedrich III of Leiningen. Lindelbrunn evolved into a joint heritage castle, whose numerous co-owners led to repeated disputes. In 1441, Palatine and Speyer troops besieged the castle for seven weeks until a peaceful settlement was reached.