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Wonderful viewpoint of the small gemstone town

The Bosselstein castle ruins were first mentioned in documents in 1187, but have been falling into disrepair since 1660; however, they can now be visited again.

The remains of Oberstein Castle from the 14th to 16th centuries have been restored and are now used as a registry office.

Here you have a very beautiful panoramic view

Located high above Idar-Oberstein

Unfortunately it is only a ruin, but thanks to some information boards you can get a good overview of where exactly what used to be. The special thing about this castle is that it actually had two outer baileys. The western and the eastern outer bailey. In the area of the former western outer bailey there is now a war memorial. In the area of the former eastern outer bailey there is an open area with a few benches.

Old castle ruins where you have a great view (if there is no fog)

The castle and estate initially became French national property after 1800 and were later auctioned off for demolition. The Naumburg is an early allodial possession of the Raugrafs, built to provide access to the Raugraf's possessions on the Alsenz from the Nahe. The Naumburg (= New Castle) probably got its name as a new foundation compared to the nearby Kyrburg or the Hachenfels Fortress. history 1146 (Raugraf Emicho calls himself “Count of Nuenburc”) 1803 The castle was destroyed by French troops The first excavation work began in 1934 1986–1994 Extensive renovation and excavation work was carried out