The castle, which was probably built in the 10th century, was first mentioned in a document in 964. In that year, the Archdiocese of Trier gave it to Count Siegfried …

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Stephan N

October 10, 2022

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The remains of one of the oldest and most beautiful hilltop castles in the west are enthroned high above the Saar and are a picturesque landmark and give the city …

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Jutta

August 2, 2020

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The longer but more comfortable ascent leads over the access road to the castle. A little more strenuous, but because of the many views of the city and the river, the climb up the stairs that begin at the roundabout below the castle ruins is much nicer.

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Location: Saarburg, Landkreis Trier-Saarburg, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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