Stahlberg Castle Ruins

Description

The position and the layout of Stahlberg Castle clearly indicate that it is founded in the 12th century. It is situated on a rocky projection to the northwest of the town. The ring wall, parts of which have been rebuilt, surrounds the whole area and is rectangular in shape with several openings. A prominent circular tower that rises next to the gateway like a keep was added at the start of the 13th century and secures the narrow entrance with its curtain wall and a ditch. This part of the design is based on a similar feature at Stahleck Castle. The original keep can probably be identified in the ruins of an angular tower in the upper part of the castle.