Raubschloss (Ruin) (Dörrberg)

The construction of the small castle complex, probably around 1150, is attributed to the Counts of Käfernburg. Its location was determined by the course of a medieval trade route near Geschwenda. In the 13th century, during numerous conflicts, the castle changed hands several times and fell into the possession of robber knights who severely damaged Erfurt's trade. This led to sieges in 1290 and 1343, which resulted in the complete destruction of the castle. At the beginning of the 17th century, attempts were made to mine copper and silver ores in the forests around the castle, but these were abandoned after five years with considerable losses.