Altenstein Castle Ruins

The Altenstein castle ruins are one of the largest castle ruins in Franconia. The first documentary mention was 823. The surviving parts date from the 13th to the 16th century. There is extensive historical information about the castle on the entire site. A few benches and the wonderful view invite you to linger.

The castle, towering 150 meters above the Weisach Valley, is a widely visible symbol of power and history. First documented in 1126, it served as the ancestral seat of the Lords of Stein for centuries. In 1895, it passed to the Barons of Rotenhan and finally to the Haßberge district in 1972. Noteworthy are the mighty double-towered gate and the picturesque remains of the late Gothic chapel. Source and further information: maroldsweisach.de/burgruine-altenstein

The castle, enthroned 150m above the Weisach Valley, is a symbol of power and the past that can be seen from afar. It was first mentioned in a document in 1126. It was the ancestral seat of the Lords of Stein for centuries, came to the Barons of Rotenhan in 1895 and finally in 1972 to the Haßberge district. The mighty double tower gate and the picturesque remains of the late Gothic chapel are noteworthy.
All important information can be found here:Source: maroldsweisach.de/burgruine-altenstein