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The Minneburg is an impressive castle ruin in the Neckar Valley, near Neckargerach. It sits atop a wooded hillside and offers a fantastic view over the Neckar Valley. The castle was probably built in the 12th century and reached its heyday in the 16th century, when it was remodeled in the Renaissance style. The legend surrounding the Minneburg is particularly fascinating: The name is said to originate from Minna von Horneck, who sought refuge here out of love for a knight.

The German Bird of Prey Observatory at Guttenberg Castle Fascinating world: Around 60 large birds of prey and owls live here. Experience huge birds with a wingspan of over two meters, such as eagles and vultures, but also eagle owls in free flight high above Guttenberg Castle - whatever the weather! The castle's Staufian kennels offer a natural insight into the fascinating world of birds of prey. Interactive touchscreen stations and two display case exhibitions show selected birds of prey in typical habitats and various medium and small-sized birds of prey in Europe. Life-size silhouettes on the castle tower impressively demonstrate the enormous wingspans of birds of prey. (Source: https://burg-guttenberg.de/greifenwarte)

The ascent to the castle was worth it, even if it was still dormant when we visited.

Beautifully situated castle, from which one has a view of the Neckar and the castles opposite. Birds of prey shows are held here regularly

beautiful view of the Neckar

the castle can be visited (admission required)

Unfortunately the station was closed due to Corona, but we'll be back.

Opposite Neckargerach, the Minneburg rises on a wooded hillside in the Neckarkatzenbach municipal forest above the Guttenbach district. It is considered the landmark of Neckargerach. It owes its current form mainly to the expansion in the first half of the 16th century. Today it is a mighty ruin and a popular destination, especially since you have a beautiful view of the Neckar valley and there are also two barbecue areas in the area, which invite you to linger for a while. According to legend, the name of the castle goes back to Minna von Horneck, a damsel at Hornberg Castle. Before her marriage to the Count of Schwarzenberg, who lived at Dilsberg Castle, she is said to have taken refuge here in a cave. She secretly loved the poor knight Edelmut von Ehrenberg and hoped for his return from a crusade. When he finally returned from the Holy Land, it was too late: Minna was dying. At the death camp he is said to have vowed to build a castle and to commemorate her great love (Middle High German: Minne) named it Minneburg. Source: https://www.neckargerach.de/de/freizeit/machen/minneburg The ascent to the main castle is still blocked. A renovation is not foreseeable.