Grimma Castle, Grimma, Germany

Grimma Castle was founded in the 13th century. The chapel is the oldest part mentioned first time in 1218. The basic structure has been survived, although the tower was demolished in the 18th century and the eastern palace has been altered several times.

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Hans Uli Wiedenmann (5 years ago)
You do not have to be there

Bernd Schacht (5 years ago)
Very nice located on the hollow!

wolfgang knape (5 years ago)
Impressive, even though the city itself seems extinct.

Daisy Duck (5 years ago)
At the hollow it is easy to take a walk

Heike Mochan (5 years ago)
Grimma Castle is now the district court. A lot is currently being built around the castle, it seems to me.

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