Buchenbach Castle, Mulfingen, Germany

Buchenbach Castle was built in the 11th century and it was remodelled to the current shape in the 15th century. The square form tower castle is 14m high and has for storeys.

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Peter Prison (2 years ago)

Alex (2 years ago)
Looks very neat. Unfortunately not to visit.

Christine Bender (2 years ago)
Again one where is not accessible, too bad. Is privately owned. Is well preserved. Otherwise optically in good shape. I would say small and fine.

Brian Burke (3 years ago)

Juergen Brueckner (4 years ago)
A small and beautiful old castle. The castle is situated on a small hill in the village of Buchenbach, south of Mulfingen. The castle is also known as Buchenbach Castle. It doesn't matter whether it's a palace or a castle, for me it's just beautiful. ( P R I V A T OPERATIONS )

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