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Jenesien - San Genesio Atesino

Burg Greifenstein (Sauschloss) Ruins

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Burg Greifenstein (Sauschloss) Ruins

Burg Greifenstein (Sauschloss) Ruins

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    1. Castle Tour Jenesien - extended variant C

    12.7km

    04:52

    780m

    770m

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    November 1, 2022

    If you want, you can make a short detour to the ruins of Greifenstein Castle. Access is a bit challenging and requires sure-footedness and a head for heights. However, if you are looking for a little adventure and want to enjoy a great view, this is the place for you. The castle is also called "Pig Castle" because, according to legend, the residents would have thrown their last roasted pig over the wall during a siege, thereby outwitting the besiegers and persuading them to withdraw.



    More information on the history of the castle: weinstrasse.com/de/highlights/burgen-schloesser/burg-greifstein-sauschloss

    burgenwelt.org/italien/greifstein/object.php

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      February 9, 2023

      Popularly known because of the legend of the siege (Sauschloss).

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        Location: Jenesien - San Genesio Atesino, South Tyrol, Italy

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