Burkheim Castle Ruins

Burkheim, Germany

Burkheim Castle was first mentioned in 1231. After destruction and reconstruction the castle was finally destroyed during the Franco-Dutch War in 1672-1676.

Address

Am Schloßrain 7, Burkheim, Germany

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Ruins in Germany
Historical period: Hohenstaufen Dynasty (Germany)

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Temple Neuf (54,9 km)
Barrage Vauban (54,3 km)
St. Thomas Church (54,5 km)
Old St. Peter's Church (54,7 km)

User Reviews

Nina Sokolov (8 months ago)
Super

viktor preibisch (9 months ago)
Romantic

Iqbal Singh (11 months ago)
Wonderful postcard village

Marcel Mutz (14 months ago)
Nice one

Dietmar. Wrobel (2 years ago)
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