Where is Haselstein Castle located?

It stands above the village of Nüsttal-Haselstein in the Fulda district of Hesse.

How old is Haselstein Castle?

It was probably built in the 11th century by the lords of Haselstein.

Can visitors go inside Haselstein Castle?

Only open-air wall remains and the former gate tower survive; there is no enclosed building to enter.

Is Haselstein Castle easy to reach?

It requires climbing a steep rocky outcrop, with no particular accessibility features.

Is Haselstein Castle a protected site?

It is listed as a Kulturdenkmal in Hesse.

Haselstein Castle

Nüsttal

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Burgruine Haselstein stands in Nüsttal (Landkreis Fulda), in Hesse, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. Recorded dating: 11th century. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

What to know

The site consists only of wall remnants and the former gate tower, with no restored building open inside.
Reaching it involves a climb up the rocky outcrop, so sturdy footwear is advisable.
Restoration and archaeological excavation work has been ongoing at parts of the ruin since 2019.
The site is listed as a Kulturdenkmal in Hesse.
With no set hours or admission fee, the ruin can be visited freely, depending on terrain conditions.

Practical information

Opening hours

Monday (today)	00:00-24:00
Tuesday	00:00-24:00
Wednesday	00:00-24:00
Thursday	00:00-24:00
Friday	00:00-24:00
Saturday	00:00-24:00
Sunday	00:00-24:00

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

On site

Child-friendly

Where this château is

Nüsttal · Landkreis Fulda · Hessen

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Address

Schloßbergstraße 12, 36167 Nüsttal-Haselstein

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Heritage status: Kulturdenkmal in Hessen
Period of construction: 11th century

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Frequently asked

Where is Haselstein Castle located?: It stands above the village of Nüsttal-Haselstein in the Fulda district of Hesse.
How old is Haselstein Castle?: It was probably built in the 11th century by the lords of Haselstein.
Can visitors go inside Haselstein Castle?: Only open-air wall remains and the former gate tower survive; there is no enclosed building to enter.
Is Haselstein Castle easy to reach?: It requires climbing a steep rocky outcrop, with no particular accessibility features.
Is Haselstein Castle a protected site?: It is listed as a Kulturdenkmal in Hesse.