Thurant Castle

Alken, Germany

Thurant Castle (Burg Thurant) was built in 1198-1206 by Heinrich Pfalgraf Guelphs. It was besieged in 1246-1248 during the war between Trier and Cologne archbishops. After the war the castle was interestingly divided to two parts, Trier tower and Cologne Tower. Both sides had a separate entrance and living buildings. In the 19th century the castle was left to decay, but restored in the 20th century.

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Bachstraße 50, Alken, Germany
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Founded: 1198-1206
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Hohenstaufen Dynasty (Germany)

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www.thurant.de

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4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

utkarsh jain (2 years ago)
This castle is the closest castle to what you see in game of thrones Castle in the North. One of the most value for money places we visited in Germany
Jordan Williams (3 years ago)
Thoroughly enjoyed this castle. It was a random stop that we decided on, but super glad we did. It was beautiful.
Bobbijo Amerling (3 years ago)
Super cool castle, fantastic views
yvone garduño saeb (3 years ago)
Beautiful but it was closed on Wednesdays.
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