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Fürstenberg Ruins

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UNESCO Welterbe Kulturlandschaft Oberes Mittelrheintal

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Location: Oberdiebach, Mainz-Bingen, Rhenish Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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3. Werner Chapel Ruins – Bacharach Old Town loop from Manubach

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Kerstin B

April 19, 2025

The ruins rise amidst the vineyards. Fürstenberg Castle was probably built on the rocky outcrop as early as the 13th century.

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PeterH65 (a.k.a. "Waldorf")

July 13, 2025

Fürstenberg Castle is the ruin of a hilltop castle in the Rheindiebach district. It was built 152 meters above sea level on a triangular rocky outcrop above the Middle Rhine.

Its origins date back to the early 13th century. At that time, it was built as a toll castle and security fortress on the orders of Engelbert I, Archbishop of Cologne. In later centuries, Fürstenberg Castle saw a continuous succession of owners. The 3-meter-thick shield wall and deep moat ensured its high resistance. Unlike most castles, the castle even withstood the Thirty Years' War very well. However, it was destroyed by the French army in the late 17th century by blasting. Only the keep survived. Later plans to convert it into a neo-Gothic palace failed. The castle ruins were attractive for a time, primarily due to their adjacent vineyards. For a time, they belonged to the wine wholesaler Wasum and were passed between various owners until 1993.

Its The most recent owner is Gernot Stelter from Rheindiebach, who has since been working on an intensive restoration of Fürstenberg Castle in collaboration with the State Office for Monument Preservation. His goal is to make the ruins attractive to tourists again. Original stones from the ruins of the masonry were used in the reconstruction work. The reconstruction of the building is proving to be extremely labor-intensive and complex. The Stelter family already offers visitors the opportunity to view the grounds up close and enjoy a pleasant stay. The surrounding vineyards are carefully tended and form the basis of the associated Fürstenberg Castle winery. Two vacation apartments with views of the ruins and the Rhine plain are available for overnight stays.

For hikers, the grounds offer a tranquil passage through the lush green vineyards.
rheingau.de/sehenswertes/burgen-rheintal/fuerstenberg

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Location: Oberdiebach, Mainz-Bingen, Rhenish Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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