Oberstein Castle

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Oberstein Castle was built around 1320 above the Bosselstein castle due disputes of local nobility. It was damated by French army in 1697 and burned down in 1855. The castle was partially rebuilt in 1980 thanks to the efforts of the castle association.

 

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Address
Idar-Oberstein, Germany

Established
14th century

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