The Top 10 Castles around Elchweiler
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 10
beautiful castles to choose from around Elchweiler. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Elchweiler. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 14, 2025
Ruins of Bosselstein Castle
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The ruins of Bosselstein Castle are currently (6/2019) closed due to construction work!
First documented mention in 1187.
Bosselstein Castle has been falling apart since 1660.
UPDATE: 5/2022 - The …
First documented mention in 1187.
Bosselstein Castle has been falling apart since 1660.
UPDATE: 5/2022 - The …
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Oberstein Castle
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Oberstein Castle now serves as a registry office and was first mentioned in a document in 1330. In 1855 the castle burned to the ground, and since 1963 a citizens' …
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Frauenburg Castle Ruins
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The Frauenburg Castle was built in the 13th century to secure the Nahe crossing and the possessions of the Count of Sponheim. The complex later served as a widow's residence …
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Veldenz Castle (Nohfelden)
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The castle is a cultural and historical monument and is considered a landmark of Nohfelden. You can see the 20 meter high keep from afar, from which you can enjoy a great view of the Nahe valley.
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Ruins of the Burghaus in the Valley at Frauenberg
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The "Burghaus im Tal zu Frauenberg", located directly on the Ellenbach, was mentioned in many documents. In 1347, Gottfried von Spohnheim, the youngest son of Countess Loretta von Sponheim-Starkenburg …
The "Burghaus im Tal zu Frauenberg", located directly on the Ellenbach, was mentioned in many documents. In 1347, Gottfried von Spohnheim, the youngest son of Countess Loretta von Sponheim-Starkenburg …
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Allenbach Castle
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The heirs of Sponheim, the Margrave of Baden and the Count Palatine of Zweibrücken built today's castle from the quartzites, greywacke and sandstones of the castle. The sandstone walls of …
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Birkenfeld Castle Observation Tower
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How beautifully clear some names are. In any case, Birkenfeld should be called that because a striking birch population once attracted attention. And so the Franconian settlement was first mentioned …
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View of Nohfelden and Veldenz Castle from the Bärenpfad
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The Spornburg was first mentioned in a document in 1285. Its builder, Wilhelm Bossel II. Vom Stein, who came from Oberstein an der Nahe, had …
The Spornburg was first mentioned in a document in 1285. Its builder, Wilhelm Bossel II. Vom Stein, who came from Oberstein an der Nahe, had …
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Castle circuit
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You can completely circle the castle on this route with the MTB. With good driving technique even without dismounting. Of course you go down the stairs 😀
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Nohfelden Castle Ruins
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The castle ruins are located in the center of Nohfelden, with a beautiful castle courtyard and an elevator up to the castle ruins.
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