Ravenstein Castle

The Ravenstein castle ruin is the remnant of a spur castle on a 610 m above sea level high rock plateau northwest of Steinenkirch, a district of the municipality Böhmenkirch in the district of Göppingen in Baden-Württemberg.

In 1090, Albert and Berengar von Ravenstein had the castle built as a watchtower with wooden buildings. Later, Ravenstein Castle was expanded and replaced with stone structures. In the 17th or 18th century, the complex is said to have been converted into a palace. Some historical drawings give an idea of the former importance of Ravenstein Castle. Both Helfensteiner and Rechberger were owners of the castle. In 1765, the dilapidated buildings were demolished.