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Hirschhorn Castle

Hirschhorn

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Burg Hirschhorn stands in Hirschhorn (Landkreis Bergstraße), in Hesse, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. Recorded dating: 13th century. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Hirschhorn Castle rises on a rocky spur above the town of Hirschhorn, overlooking the Neckar valley near the border between Baden-Württemberg and Hesse. Founded around 1260 by Johann von Hirschhorn, the site grew through several building phases before being reshaped into a Renaissance residence at the end of the 16th century. Built largely of sandstone, the complex remains unusually well preserved, comprising the upper castle and two outer baileys that connect directly to the town's fortifications. Visible features include a 26-metre keep, an old great hall extended by the so-called Hatzfeld wing, a large well, and a small gatekeeper's house that has become the site's most recognisable structure.

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  • The castle can be reached on foot from Hirschhorn's old town in about ten minutes.
  • Parking is available directly in front of the castle grounds.
  • Part of the Renaissance buildings now houses a hotel and restaurant, along with a registry office annexe for weddings in the former chapel.
  • The inner courtyard and the keep are freely accessible.
  • From May to September, combined town and castle tours are offered on Saturdays.

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Where this château is

Hirschhorn · Landkreis Bergstraße · Hessen

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Address

Schloss, 69434 Hirschhorn (Neckar)

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Heritage status
Kulturdenkmal in Hessen
Period of construction
13th century

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Frequently asked

Can you visit Hirschhorn Castle freely?
The inner courtyard and the keep are openly accessible, while part of the buildings house a hotel and a registry office.
How do you get up to Hirschhorn Castle?
A footpath from Hirschhorn's old town leads up in about ten minutes, and parking is also available near the entrance.
Who founded Hirschhorn Castle?
It was founded around 1260 by Johann von Hirschhorn, whose family gave the castle its name.
Are there guided tours of Hirschhorn Castle?
From May to September, combined town and castle tours are held on Saturdays.

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Sources

Identity, location and official references from Wikidata and the Land's heritage lists.

Within an hour’s drive

The most visited in this department — Landkreis Bergstraße

From the same period — 13e siècle