The city walls and battlements of Forchtenberg are impressive examples of medieval defensive architecture – and still shape the appearance of the old town today.

But beware: some pigeons live in the tower and have left a lot of droppings all over the place. It's not really that nice.

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Kristian

February 17, 2025

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Historic city wall with walkable battlements and tower that can be climbed via a staircase.

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Andreas

February 9, 2019

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Well preserved with accessible tower.

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Forchtenberg Castle Ruins – Black Footbridge (Kupfertal) loop from Weißbach

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Elevation 200 m

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Location: Forchtenberg, Hohenlohekreis, Stuttgart District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Forchtenberg Town Wall and Walkway

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Forchtenberg Ruins – Kupfer Stream loop from Forchtenberg

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Forchtenberg Castle Ruins – Black Footbridge (Kupfertal) loop from Weißbach

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