Where is Burg Scharfenstein located?

It stands in Leinefelde-Worbis, in the Eichsfeld district of Thuringia, on a rocky spur above the village of Beuren.

When was Burg Scharfenstein built?

The castle dates to the 13th century, with earlier remnants from the late 12th century, and its first documented mention is from 1209.

Who built Burg Scharfenstein?

It was likely built by the Counts of Gleichen, later passing through several noble families, including the Wintzingerode, before coming under the Archbishopric of Mainz.

What can visitors see at Burg Scharfenstein today?

The site preserves medieval remains alongside a hotel, restaurant and coffee roastery.

Burg Scharfenstein

Scharfenstein Castle

Leinefelde-Worbis

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Free for Free access to the Burghof, the Burgterrasse of the « Ringmauer » restaurant, the inner courtyard of the Kernburg and the Kerker during opening hours

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Visit duration: 90 min
Where: Leinefelde-Worbis

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Burg Scharfenstein stands in Leinefelde-Worbis (Landkreis Eichsfeld), in Thuringia, Germany. Recorded dating: 13th century. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Burg Scharfenstein stands on a rocky spur of the Dün ridge, in the Eichsfeld district, overlooking the village of Beuren since the 13th century. First recorded in a document from 1209, the castle went through fires, sieges and rebuilding under the Wintzingerode family and others before coming under the authority of the Archbishopric of Mainz. Traces of several construction phases remain on site, including an early keep with rusticated stonework dating to the late 12th century. Today the grounds combine the medieval heritage with modern uses, including a hotel, restaurant and coffee roastery.

What to know

The castle sits on a rocky spur above the village of Beuren, reached by the road between Beuren and Kreuzebra or via hiking trails from Beuren station.
The site today houses a hotel, a restaurant and a coffee roastery alongside the medieval remains.
No opening hours or admission fees are given in the available data, so it is worth checking directly before visiting.
Access partly involves walking on uneven ground, so sturdy footwear is advisable.

Practical information

Opening hours

November – March: Do–So 11h-17h, letzter Einlass 16h
April – October: Do–Sa 11h-18h letzter Einlass 17h, Sonntag 11h-17h letzter Einlass 16h

Prices

Free for Free access to the Burghof, the Burgterrasse of the « Ringmauer » restaurant, the inner courtyard of the Kernburg and the Kerker during opening hours

Visit duration: 90 min
Wheelchair access: Not verified
Dogs: Not verified
Parking: Not verified

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Where this château is

Leinefelde-Worbis · Landkreis Eichsfeld · Thüringen

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Address

Scharfenstein 1, 37327 Leinefelde-Worbis-Beuren

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Château phone number

+49 3605 200200

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Heritage status: Protection status unknown
Period of construction: 13th century

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Burg Scharfenstein: how much is admission?: Free for: free access to the Burghof, the Burgterrasse of the « Ringmauer » restaurant, the inner courtyard of the Kernburg and the Kerker during opening hours.
Where is Burg Scharfenstein located?: It stands in Leinefelde-Worbis, in the Eichsfeld district of Thuringia, on a rocky spur above the village of Beuren.
When was Burg Scharfenstein built?: The castle dates to the 13th century, with earlier remnants from the late 12th century, and its first documented mention is from 1209.
Who built Burg Scharfenstein?: It was likely built by the Counts of Gleichen, later passing through several noble families, including the Wintzingerode, before coming under the Archbishopric of Mainz.
What can visitors see at Burg Scharfenstein today?: The site preserves medieval remains alongside a hotel, restaurant and coffee roastery.