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Lechenich Castle

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Lechenich Castle

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    March 26, 2021

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    Although it is now in ruins, one can get an impression of its former importance: In contrast to other castles in the Rhein-Erft district, the Lechenich Landesburg was not the …
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    February 18, 2020

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    The landmark of Lechenich, which was built between 1307 and 1314, was the state castle of the archbishops and electors of Cologne and one of the most powerful Rhenish castle complexes.
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    March 4, 2022

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    In contrast to the main castle (ruin), the outer bailey of the Lechenich state castle was restored.
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    Location: Erftstadt, Rhein-Erft-Kreis, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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