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Tachenstein Castle (Ruin)

Tachenstein Castle (Ruin)

The remains of the Castle can be visited

The Tachenstein Ruin, also known as Dachenstein, is in the Altmühltal Nature Park. Particularly striking is the preserved keep, rising from the wooded terrain.

History+

Tachenstein Castle, a hilltop castle, was presumably built by the Counts of Riedenburg or their successors, the Wittelsbachs. However, by the 16th century, the complex had fallen into disrepair and became a ruin.

On site+

The approximately 10-meter-high keep, built from ashlar masonry, with a base area of about 7.5 by 7.5 meters, is preserved. The neck ditch, carved into the rock, is also still visible.

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Source: Wikipedia · Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0

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