Liebenburg Castle

Namborn, Germany

Liebenburg Castle with its tower and the remains of its wall on Schlossberg near Eisweiler is the landmark of the municipality of Namborn. It was built at the end of the 12th century by Bliesgaugrafen von Castel by order of the diocese of Verdun. The castle was first mentioned in documents in 1220, when the Bishop of Verdun appointed the knight 'Boemund de Lievenberc' as castle guard. The castle came into the possession of the archbishops of Trier in around 1400, who pledged the castle to solvent noble families due to a lack of money. From 1677 to 1696, the castle was pledged in ownership to the lords of Sötern. It was during this period that the castle was finally destroyed.

From the castle tower, you have a wide view of the surrounding area of Sankt Wendel County.

References:

bostalsee.de

Address

Liebenburgstraße 40, Eisweiler, Namborn, Germany

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Details

Founded: 12th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Hohenstaufen Dynasty (Germany)

More Information

www.bostalsee.de

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Marco Schmitt (8 months ago)
Actually just a tower. The castle complex can only be guessed at via information boards. But nice panoramic view of the region.

Hans-Jürgen Müller (9 months ago)
Beautiful, well-maintained facility. The celebration of the anniversary of the castle was well organized. The way to the castle is difficult to manage for older people and people with disabilities.

Danny Stein (12 months ago)
Beautiful old castle ruins. The tower is accessible. You can also rent it for events, I think.

Scheinux02 bodynek (5 years ago)
Nice

Pia's Haushaltscheck (5 years ago)
Sad Sad Situation

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