What remains of the Burgstall Parsberg?

Only earthworks survive, a central mound and surrounding ditches, no walls or buildings remain.

Can the site be visited freely?

Yes, it is an open-air site with free access, no opening hours or tickets apply.

How old is this fortification?

The remains date back to a high and late medieval motte, though the exact construction date is unknown.

Is the site near any natural landmark?

It overlooks the Germeringer See, a lake within a recreation area close to Germering.

Burgstall Parsberg

Puchheim

Access

No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Puchheim

To make a day of it

Open within 20 km

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Burgstall Parsberg stands in Puchheim (Landkreis Fürstenfeldbruck), in Bavaria, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. No visits are on record for this building.

The Burgstall Parsberg sits on a hilltop at 550 metres above sea level, overlooking the Germeringer See near the town of Puchheim. What remains are the earthworks of a medieval motte, today visible only as mounds and ditches rather than any standing structure. The site is laid out in an unusual three-part arrangement, with a central mound and two outer enclosures still traceable on the ground. It lies in open countryside and can be freely walked through, within a popular local recreation area.

What to know

The site is an open-access area with no building or visible ruin, only earthworks remain.
It lies right next to the Germeringer See, within a walking and recreation area.
There is no on-site infrastructure, the visit takes place outdoors and at any time.
The ground is uneven, with ditches and mounds to cross, sturdy footwear is advisable.
The site is listed as a Kulturdenkmal in Germany.

Where this château is

Puchheim · Landkreis Fürstenfeldbruck · Bayern

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Address

Unnamed Road, 82178 Puchheim

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Heritage status: Kulturdenkmal in Deutschland

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Frequently asked

What remains of the Burgstall Parsberg?: Only earthworks survive, a central mound and surrounding ditches, no walls or buildings remain.
Can the site be visited freely?: Yes, it is an open-air site with free access, no opening hours or tickets apply.
How old is this fortification?: The remains date back to a high and late medieval motte, though the exact construction date is unknown.
Is the site near any natural landmark?: It overlooks the Germeringer See, a lake within a recreation area close to Germering.