The Altenburg (Deinsberg Castle Ruins):

It was probably built in the second half of the 12th century. At that time, Emperor Barbarossa had several castles built to secure his country's borders. At that time, Theisbergstegen consisted of two towns belonging to different territories.

It is likely that the Altenburg was called Deinsberg Castle, as it was customary for lords and knights to name themselves after their castle residence. There is ample evidence of this, for example, Knight Anselm and Servant Heinrich, both of Deinsberg.

The castle was approximately 60 m long and 33 m wide.

The residential tower and gate tower were elevated and separated by a moat, which probably contained a cistern for rainwater.

It was probably destroyed as early as 1400.

Further information:

potzberg.de/index.php/die-altenburg

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Norbert59

July 17, 2018

at Potzberg there are great hiking trails

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Dirk Rüger

May 10, 2025

📝 Altenburg Castle is a quiet, historic site on the Potzberg mountain – the remains of a Celtic ring wall, probably dating back to the Iron Age. Today, only the ramparts and landforms are visible, but if you look closely, you can sense how old this place really is. Among the moss, roots, and stones, you can sense the centuries.

💡 Tip: Let your gaze wander and let your imagination run wild – places like these tell stories, not loudly, but deeply.

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Location: Theisbergstegen, Kusel, Palatinate, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

Altenburg Castle Ruins (Deinsberg)

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