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Ruine Monsberg, Ehingen

Ruine Monsberg

Ehingen

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Ruine Monsberg stands in Ehingen (Alb-Donau-Kreis), in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Recorded dating: 12th century. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

The Ruine Monsberg sits on a rocky spur above the Lauter valley, southwest of Erbstetten, a district of Ehingen. Built in the 12th century by the lords of Monsberg, it was destroyed in 1495 and abandoned as a residence. What remains today are wall fragments likely belonging to a residential tower, along with traces of a vaulted cellar and a defensive ditch.

What to know

  • The site stands on a rocky spur near Erbstetten, a district of Ehingen, in the Alb-Donau-Kreis.
  • There are no set opening hours or admission fees, as the ruin is freely accessible.
  • Only wall remains, a vaulted cellar and a ditch can be seen on site today.
  • As the terrain is natural and elevated, sturdy footwear is advisable for the approach.

Where this château is

Ehingen · Alb-Donau-Kreis · Baden-Württemberg

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Address

Unnamed Road, 89584, Ehingen (Donau)

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Heritage status
Protection status unknown
Period of construction
12th century

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Frequently asked

Who built the Ruine Monsberg?
The castle was built in the 12th century by the lords of Monsberg, first recorded in the 13th century.
Why is the Ruine Monsberg in ruins?
It was destroyed in July 1495 and subsequently abandoned as a residence, leading to its decay.
Can the Ruine Monsberg be visited freely?
The site is a freely accessible ruin, with no fixed opening hours or entrance fee.
What remains of the castle today?
Visitors can see wall fragments likely from a residential tower, a vaulted cellar and a defensive ditch.

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The most visited in this department — Alb-Donau-Kreis

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