What remains of Burg Schefoldseck?

Only a mound and a curved ditch remain of the former castle, no walls or buildings can be seen today.

Where is Burg Schefoldseck located?

It lies near the hamlet of Grodt, in the municipality of Ingoldingen, in the Landkreis Biberach, Baden-Württemberg.

Who built Burg Schefoldseck?

It was presumably built in the 13th century by the lords of Grodt, first mentioned in 1267.

Are there opening hours or tickets for Burg Schefoldseck?

No, there are no opening hours or fees, as the site is an open outdoor area with no visitor facilities.

Burg Schefoldseck

Schefoldseck Castle

Ingoldingen

Access

No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Ingoldingen

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Burg Schefoldseck stands in Ingoldingen (Landkreis Biberach), in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Recorded dating: 12th century. No visits are on record for this building.

Burg Schefoldseck was a hilltop castle, now vanished, that once stood at 580 metres above sea level near the hamlet of Grodt, in the municipality of Ingoldingen. All that remains today is a mound and a curved ditch, the only traces left of the original structure. The site's appeal lies in its natural setting and in the earthworks that still allow the layout of a long lost fortification to be traced.

What to know

Only a mound and a curved ditch remain of the castle, no built structure can be seen.
The site lies in open countryside, away from the hamlet of Grodt, within the municipality of Ingoldingen.
There are no opening hours or admission fees, as this is an outdoor site with no building or reception.
The visit suits those interested in earthwork traces rather than standing ruins.

Where this château is

Ingoldingen · Landkreis Biberach · Baden-Württemberg

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Address

Ingoldingen, Landkreis Biberach

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Heritage status: Protection status unknown
Period of construction: 12th century

Frequently asked

What remains of Burg Schefoldseck?: Only a mound and a curved ditch remain of the former castle, no walls or buildings can be seen today.
Where is Burg Schefoldseck located?: It lies near the hamlet of Grodt, in the municipality of Ingoldingen, in the Landkreis Biberach, Baden-Württemberg.
Who built Burg Schefoldseck?: It was presumably built in the 13th century by the lords of Grodt, first mentioned in 1267.
Are there opening hours or tickets for Burg Schefoldseck?: No, there are no opening hours or fees, as the site is an open outdoor area with no visitor facilities.