How old is Spangenberg Castle?

It was probably built in the 11th century, likely under the bishops of Speyer.

Why is Spangenberg Castle a ruin?

It was destroyed several times through history, notably in 1470, during the Thirty Years' War, and again by the troops of Louis XIV in 1688.

Can you go inside Spangenberg Castle?

It is a partly rebuilt ruin without furnished interiors, where visitors can see the fortified palas, the gate and remains of a shield wall.

Is there another castle nearby?

Yes, Erfenstein Castle lies about 200 metres away, and the two sites share a local legend.

Spangenberg Castle

Neustadt an der Weinstraße

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Burg Spangenberg stands in Neustadt an der Weinstraße (Neustadt an der Weinstraße), in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Spangenberg Castle is a partly rebuilt ruin perched on a sandstone rock above the Speyerbach valley in the Palatinate region. Probably raised in the 11th century under the bishops of Speyer, it was destroyed more than once over the centuries, including during the Thirty Years' War and again by the forces of Louis XIV. Visitors can still make out the fortified palas, the gate of the upper ward and remains of a shield wall. The ruin shares with nearby Erfenstein Castle the legend of the Leather Bridge.

Written from Spangenberg Castle (Rhineland-Palatinate)

What to know

The castle stands on a forested rocky spur, so reaching it requires some walking.
It is a partly reconstructed ruin, with no furnished rooms or interior exhibits.
The neighbouring Erfenstein Castle is only about 200 metres away and can be combined with a visit here.
No opening hours, fees or accessibility details are provided, as the site is freely accessible outdoors.

Practical information

Opening hours

Monday (today)	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	Closed
Friday	Closed
Saturday	10:00-18:00
Sunday	10:00-18:00

Opening hours published by the château on its Google listing. We have not yet confirmed them on its official website.

Visit duration: Not verified
Wheelchair access: Not verified
Dogs: Not verified
Parking: Parkplatz am Ortsausgang (Richtung Frankeneck links, Richtung Elmstein rechts), 10 Minuten beleuchteter Fußweg zur Burg

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Where this château is

Neustadt an der Weinstraße · Neustadt an der Weinstraße · Rheinland-Pfalz

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Address

Erfenstein, 67466 Esthal

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Heritage status: Kulturdenkmal in Rheinland-Pfalz

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Frequently asked

How old is Spangenberg Castle?: It was probably built in the 11th century, likely under the bishops of Speyer.
Why is Spangenberg Castle a ruin?: It was destroyed several times through history, notably in 1470, during the Thirty Years' War, and again by the troops of Louis XIV in 1688.
Can you go inside Spangenberg Castle?: It is a partly rebuilt ruin without furnished interiors, where visitors can see the fortified palas, the gate and remains of a shield wall.
Is there another castle nearby?: Yes, Erfenstein Castle lies about 200 metres away, and the two sites share a local legend.