How do you get to Burg Hammerstein?

It can only be reached on foot, via a path branching off the Rheinsteig hiking trail south of the village of Hammerstein.

Is Burg Hammerstein open for visits with facilities?

No, it is a ruin with no restored buildings or visitor facilities on site.

What is the history of Burg Hammerstein?

Built in the 10th century by the Conradines, it served as an imperial castle, was besieged by Emperor Henry II in 1020, later restored by Henry IV, and fell into ruin after the 17th century.

Can you see the Rhine from Burg Hammerstein?

Yes, the ruin stands 195 metres above the river and offers open views over the valley.

Burg Hammerstein

Hammerstein Castle

Hammerstein

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Where: Hammerstein

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Burg Hammerstein stands in Hammerstein (Landkreis Neuwied), in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Burg Hammerstein stands on a hilltop 195 metres above the Rhine, south of the village of Hammerstein in Rhineland-Palatinate. Founded in the 10th century by the Conradines, it is considered the oldest castle in the Middle Rhine Valley. Now a ruin, it is reached on foot along the Rheinsteig trail, and its imperial past can still be traced in the remains of its enclosure wall and one surviving watchtower overlooking the river.

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What to know

The ruin can only be reached on foot, via a short path off the Rheinsteig hiking trail.
The ground is steep, so sturdy footwear is needed and there is no vehicle access to the site.
The site is listed as a Kulturdenkmal in Rhineland-Palatinate.
No opening hours, fees or visitor facilities are given, as this is a freely accessible ruin.

Where this château is

Hammerstein · Landkreis Neuwied · Rheinland-Pfalz

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Unnamed Road, 56598 Hammerstein

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Heritage status: Kulturdenkmal in Rheinland-Pfalz

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How do you get to Burg Hammerstein?: It can only be reached on foot, via a path branching off the Rheinsteig hiking trail south of the village of Hammerstein.
Is Burg Hammerstein open for visits with facilities?: No, it is a ruin with no restored buildings or visitor facilities on site.
What is the history of Burg Hammerstein?: Built in the 10th century by the Conradines, it served as an imperial castle, was besieged by Emperor Henry II in 1020, later restored by Henry IV, and fell into ruin after the 17th century.
Can you see the Rhine from Burg Hammerstein?: Yes, the ruin stands 195 metres above the river and offers open views over the valley.