All that remains of the former castle are the remains of mortar and quarried limestone. According to legend, there was a secret passage in the rock between the castle and the "robber's cave" about 600 meters to the east. There was also a watchtower above the cave to control the Naab Valley. Renovated walls of up to one meter high still exist from the tower.

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Burgstall Löweneck

The first historical information about Löweneck Castle dates back to 1277. The Wittelsbachs are probably the builders of the castle, and the date of its construction is probably …

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April 9, 2023

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Unfortunately, only small remnants of the castle remain, but the hike is still worthwhile.

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