Neunussberg Castle, Viechtach, Germany

The lords of Nußberg are known since the first half of the 12th century. The Neunußberg castle was built by Konrad von Nußberg in 1340-1350. It was destroyed by lightning in 1564 and left to decay without military purpose. Today Medieval castle tower, relics of the rampart with tower and the chapel (1353) remain.

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Paul Kufner (2 years ago)
Super

Phillip “Sethwillkaye” Kaye (3 years ago)
Great little ruin to visit.

Dagmar Pilarski (4 years ago)
It's very old Castle Ruin, and you can walk upstairs to the roof top

Mani H. (5 years ago)
Very nice vantage point, from here you can see the nearby tower of "Altnussberg" which is also worth a visit.

Joyce YU (5 years ago)
It was first built more 600 years ago and now hosts the castle festival.

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