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Old town with lots of charm and character… with its half-timbering and natural stone, it has a warm feel

Around Frankenberg Castle there are impressive metal sculptures made of welded elements. These works of art are not only exceptionally designed, but also blend harmoniously into the surroundings. They often tell stories or invite you to think about their meaning. A walk around the castle becomes a special experience thanks to these creative works. Anyone with an eye for detail will appreciate the artistic workmanship and the ideas behind it. Perfect for art and nature lovers alike

The castle cemetery is a quiet and historic place that exudes a special atmosphere. Here you will find old gravestones and monuments that offer exciting insights into the history of the region and former noble families. The artistic inscriptions and decorations that tell stories from past centuries are often particularly impressive. Anyone looking for peace and quiet or interested in history should plan a visit. A short walk through the castle cemetery invites you to reflect and discover - ideal for a short break

Economic development led to a change in the labor market. Jobs such as sand scooping,[8] unskilled work in river shipping, and agricultural jobs disappeared. They were increasingly replaced by industrial jobs and jobs in the service sector (administration, tourism). As American troops approached during World War II, the Volkssturm secured the gates of the city fortifications with tree barriers. When the imminent departure of District Leader Stoll became known, numerous women marched to the district leadership on March 29, 1945 (Maundy Thursday), demanding the opening of the city gates and the surrender of the city without a fight. In the afternoon, despite threats of execution, they cleared all the barricades at the Bollwerk, as the fortified gate on the banks of the Main was called[9]. First, the children unnoticed loosened the soil and dug stones out of the ground; then the women removed the stones with a human chain and used ropes to pick out the loosened trunks. In the end, the men of Ochsenfurt supported the women's civil courage with rifles. As the Nazi administration fled, they looted a supply depot in the basement of the NSDAP district headquarters; several men defused stored anti-tank grenades. The central arch of the old Main Bridge was blown up on March 31, 1945, by a Wehrmacht pioneer commando.[10] The city surrendered without a fight, leaving the old town undamaged. By Easter Sunday, the city was occupied by the Americans. Former mayor Peter Wesselowsky (SPD) dedicated a memorial to the courageous women of Ochsenfurt at the Bollwerk. Source: Wikipedia

The Hohenlandsberg castle ruins are the remnants of the former Hohenlandsberg castle. The castle was built in the 13th century. built. During the Peasants' War in 1525, the castle was taken unscathed by the farmers. In 1554 the castle was destroyed. Today you can enter the castle complex through a tunnel and view the ramparts, foundation walls and the entrances to the casemates.

Frankenberg Castle probably emerged from Vorderfrankenberg Castle, which was built in 1254 by the Burgrave of Nuremberg. At the beginning of the 18th century. The castle was converted into a baroque style palace.

This is the private cemetery of the Barons of Pöllnitz. The von Pöllnitz family lived in Frankenberg Castle from 1783 - 1971.

The steep section is tough. Not for people who aren't really good on foot.