Vorderburg Castle

Neckarsteinach, Germany

Vorderburg is one of the four local castles built early 13th century by Ulrich I of Steinach. It consists essentially of a residential building, a dungeon and a farm building. Parts of ancient ramparts are also obtained. Today the castle is privately owned by the barons of Warsberg-Dorth.

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Schloßsteige 7, Neckarsteinach, Germany
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Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Hohenstaufen Dynasty (Germany)

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4.1/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Andreas Eißler (2 years ago)
schöne burg
Heinz-Peter Heilmann (3 years ago)
Sehr schön anzusehen, aber leider nur von Weitem. Dies ist sehr schade, da solch ein herrliches Kulturgut zumindest nah von Aussen zugänglich sein sollte. Deswegen auch Punktabzug, so leid es mir tut.
Eckhard Futterlieb (3 years ago)
Ist ok. Könnte sauberer sein.
Carl Horst (3 years ago)
Leider auch nicht zu besichtigen. Kein Zutritt - keine Sterne :-(
Der Similaunmann (4 years ago)
In Privatbesitz. Nicht zugänglich
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