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The castle, towering 150 meters above the Weisach Valley, is a widely visible symbol of power and history. First documented in 1126, it served as the ancestral seat of the Lords of Stein for centuries. In 1895, it passed to the Barons of Rotenhan and finally to the Haßberge district in 1972. Noteworthy are the mighty double-towered gate and the picturesque remains of the late Gothic chapel. Source and further information: https://www.maroldsweisach.de/burgruine-altenstein

On the path leading up to Heldburg Fortress in Thuringia, you'll eventually come across a linden tree split in two. A sign is attached to the hollow of this tree, and I'd like to tell you about it now: "Castle Linden of Heldburg Fortress – Large-leaved Summer Linden. Wanderer, pause! Read my story here: In 1791, I was planted by the then Ducal Court Secretary, Johann Daniel Bechmann (1768-1826), from Heldburg. That's why I was also called the Bechmann Linden. Around 1960, lightning destroyed my beautiful crown and split the trunk. Duke George II of Saxe-Meiningen (1826-1914) and his wife, Baroness von Heldburg (1839-1923), often lingered in the shade of its spreading branches when they resided here at the fortress during the summer months." Source: https://menosgada.wordpress.com/2013/02/07/die-schlosslinde-der-veste-heldburg/

In 1969, the then lord of the castle, Alram Graf zu Ortenburg, created a 50-hectare wildlife park in the English landscape garden created in the 19th century. The park was officially opened on May 16, 1970.

The Lichtenstein Rune is always worth a visit. In the entrance area there is a fridge with self-service drinks and a trust box. Great idea!

The southern castle is still inhabited and privately owned. Source: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burg_Lichtenstein_(Unterfranken)

It is considered one of the most beautiful and largest castle ruins in Franconia. For more information: https://www.wikiwand.com/de/Burg_Altenstein_(Unterfranken)

The castle, which stands 150 metres above the Weisach valley, is a symbol of past power that can be seen from afar. It was first mentioned in a document in 1126. For centuries, the castle was the ancestral seat of the Lords of Stein, in 1895 it passed to the Barons of Rotenhan and finally in 1972 to the Haßberge district. The mighty double-tower gate and the picturesque remains of the late Gothic chapel are noteworthy. From the complex, you have a wonderful panoramic view of the Haßberge mountains.

The southern castle with its impressive residential tower was built between 1330 and 1350. Tours of parts of the inhabited complex are only possible by appointment. The legendary Lichtenstein ruins are among the most beautiful in the region and are freely accessible. Around 20 panels and display cases provide valuable information about the castle.