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Ruine Lichtenstein (Neufra), Neufra

Ruine Lichtenstein

Neufra

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Ruine Lichtenstein (Neufra) stands in Neufra (Landkreis Sigmaringen), in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

The ruins of Lichtenstein rise above the Fehla valley between Neufra and Gauselfingen in Baden-Württemberg. They actually consist of two separate castles, Vorderlichtenstein and Hinterlichtenstein, built on the same wooded ridge a few hundred metres apart. What remains includes a keep still standing on its rock outcrop, sections of curtain wall, ditches and the traces of a former hall building. The freely accessible site was once the seat of the lords of Lichtenstein for several centuries.

What to know

  • Both ruins, Vorderlichtenstein and Hinterlichtenstein, are freely and openly accessible at no cost.
  • The site lies in forest on a steep ridge between Neufra and Gauselfingen, requiring a walk and some physical effort to reach.
  • There are no set opening hours or admission fees, as the site is not managed as a paid monument.
  • The terrain includes rocks, ditches and steep slopes, which call for caution especially with children.
  • Vorderlichtenstein dates from the second half of the 12th century, Hinterlichtenstein from around 1200.

Where this château is

Neufra · Landkreis Sigmaringen · Baden-Württemberg

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72419 Neufra

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Heritage status
Protection status unknown

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Frequently asked

Can you visit the Ruine Lichtenstein freely?
Yes, both parts of the ruin are openly accessible, with no ticket or fixed opening hours.
Is the Ruine Lichtenstein one castle or two?
It is actually two separate complexes, Vorderlichtenstein and Hinterlichtenstein, built on the same ridge a few hundred metres apart.
Is it a long walk to reach the ruins?
The site sits in forest on steep terrain, so reaching it involves a climb on foot from near Neufra or Gauselfingen.
What remains to be seen there?
Visible remains include a standing keep, sections of the surrounding wall, ditches and traces of a former hall building.

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