Laubenbergerstein Castle, Immenstadt im Allgäu, Germany

Laubenbergerstein is a hilltop castle, likely established in the 12th century by the Bishops of Augsburg, aimed to safeguard the crucial Iller River crossing and associated customs station. Initially occupied by the Laubenberg family, the castle experienced conflicts, including attacks in 1449 by Graf Hugo XIII. von Montfort. Kaspar von Laubenberg initiated substantial expansions after 1450, resulting in the dominant artillery keep. During the German Peasants' War in 1525, the castle was seized and weapons were stolen.

In 1559, the Laubenberg family left the castle for a newly built residence in Rauhenzell. By 1629, the castle was already considered a partial ruin. Margaretha von Laubenberg accelerated its decay in 1641, selling roofing tiles. In 1647, the fief was revoked, and by 1806, the castle came under Bavarian rule. In 1977, the Immenstadt Heritage Association acquired the ruins and began restoration efforts. The castle, made of local materials, is now accessible to visitors. The imposing artillery tower, constructed after 1450, dominates the castle's appearance and can be climbed on special occasions.

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Björn Bödeker (13 months ago)
Nice little ruin, easily accessible on foot. Nice explanation board on site. Unfortunately the tower is closed without further information.

Uwe Ohneburg (2 years ago)
Beautiful ruins that can be seen from afar. With many reconstructed remains. The donjon immediately catches the eye. Further back there is a gate tower that was once a keep. Furthermore, remains of walls from buildings. The former neck ditch is no longer visible. After raids by the Count of Montfort, the castle was retrofitted with the gun turret. However, it was still occupied and looted during the Peasants' War. After the roof tiles were sold, the facility fell into disrepair. We owe the current condition to the new owner, the Immenstadt local association, which also opens the Artellerieturm occasionally on Sundays, check the website. You can park for free next to the main road, using the corresponding exit at the roundabout.

SuperMegaHarley (2 years ago)
Super

Karl Maussner (4 years ago)
Ruins with a view...

Edyta Kołodziejczuk (5 years ago)
unfortunately was closed, but still amazed by the ruins

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