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Burg Steckelberg, Schlüchtern

Steckelberg Castle

Schlüchtern

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Schlüchtern

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Burg Steckelberg stands in Schlüchtern (Main-Kinzig-Kreis), in Hesse, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. Recorded dating: 12th century. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Steckelberg Castle is a medieval ruin overlooking the Kinzig valley near Schlüchtern in Hesse. First recorded in 1131, it was destroyed and later rebuilt at the end of the 14th century by the von Hutten family, whose descendants include the poet and humanist Ulrich von Hutten. Today visitors can see the remains of the artillery tower, sections of the old residential building's walls, and a viewing platform looking over the valley. The ruin is reached through the park of Schloss Ramholz, a 19th century estate built at the foot of the hill.

What to know

  • The site is an open-air ruin, with no known opening hours or ticketing.
  • Access is on foot from the Schloss Ramholz park, along a sloping path.
  • No information is available regarding accessibility, parking, or dogs.
  • The visit mainly involves viewing the exterior remains, as there is no furnished interior.
  • The tower platform offers a view over the Kinzig valley.

Where this château is

Schlüchtern · Main-Kinzig-Kreis · Hessen

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Address

36381 Schlüchtern

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Heritage status
Kulturdenkmal in Hessen
Period of construction
12th century

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Frequently asked

Can Steckelberg Castle be visited freely?
Yes, it is an outdoor ruin with no known opening hours.
What is the connection between Steckelberg Castle and Ulrich von Hutten?
The father of the poet and humanist Ulrich von Hutten had the artillery tower of the castle built in the early 16th century.
Where is Steckelberg Castle located?
It is located in Schlüchtern, in the Main-Kinzig-Kreis district of Hesse.
How do you reach the ruin?
It is reached on foot through the park of Schloss Ramholz at the foot of the hill.

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Within an hour’s drive

The most visited in this department — Main-Kinzig-Kreis

From the same period — 12e siècle