How old is Falkenstein Castle?

Its origins date to the 12th century, with the first mention of the Falkenstein family in 1135.

Why is Falkenstein Castle a ruin?

It was destroyed several times, notably by French troops in 1647 and again in 1794 during the Coalition Wars, and was never rebuilt.

What original features can still be seen?

Remains include parts of the outer walls of the Ritterhaus, the shield wall, the enceinte and the cistern, though the keep has almost entirely disappeared.

Has the castle been restored?

A partial restoration was carried out starting in 1979.

Falkenstein Castle

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Burg Falkenstein stands in Falkenstein (Donnersbergkreis), in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. Recorded dating: 12th century. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

What to know

The castle stands at Falkenstein, in the Donnersbergkreis, in Rhineland-Palatinate, and is listed as a Kulturdenkmal in Rhineland-Palatinate.
Reaching the ruin involves a climb from the village up the slopes of the Donnersberg, so sturdy footwear is advisable.
As a partly restored ruin, the visit is mainly an outdoor walk among the remaining walls and structures.
No reliable information on opening hours, admission fees or visit duration is available for this site.

Where this château is

Falkenstein · Donnersbergkreis · Rheinland-Pfalz

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Address

Hauptstraße 45A, 67808 Falkenstein

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Château phone number

+49 6302 6020

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Heritage status: Kulturdenkmal in Rheinland-Pfalz
Period of construction: 12th century

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How old is Falkenstein Castle?: Its origins date to the 12th century, with the first mention of the Falkenstein family in 1135.
Why is Falkenstein Castle a ruin?: It was destroyed several times, notably by French troops in 1647 and again in 1794 during the Coalition Wars, and was never rebuilt.
What original features can still be seen?: Remains include parts of the outer walls of the Ritterhaus, the shield wall, the enceinte and the cistern, though the keep has almost entirely disappeared.
Has the castle been restored?: A partial restoration was carried out starting in 1979.