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Ruine Nollig, Lorch

Ruine Nollig

Lorch

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Where
Lorch

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Ruine Nollig stands in Lorch (Rheingau-Taunus-Kreis), in Hesse, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. Recorded dating: 13th century. No visits are on record for this building.

The Ruine Nollig stands on a rocky ridge northwest of Lorch, overlooking the Middle Rhine valley in the Rheingau-Taunus-Kreis. Built in the 13th century, it began as a timber-framed tower before being reinforced with a stone wall flanked by two round corner towers and protected by a moat. Some researchers link it to the historically documented Burg Fürsteneck, while others believe it was more likely a watchtower for the town of Lorch. The site forms part of the UNESCO World Heritage property of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley.

What to know

  • The building is privately owned and cannot be visited inside.
  • The ruin can be seen from surrounding paths in a well-preserved natural setting.
  • The surrounding area is a protected nature reserve with unusually rich flora and fauna, including species more typical of southern Europe.
  • There are no opening hours, admission fees, or visitor facilities, as the site is not open to the public.
  • The ruin is listed as a Kulturdenkmal in Hesse.

Where this château is

Lorch · Rheingau-Taunus-Kreis · Hessen

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Address

65391 Lorch

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Heritage status
Kulturdenkmal in Hessen
Period of construction
13th century

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Frequently asked

Can you visit the Ruine Nollig?
No, the building is privately owned and cannot be visited inside; it can only be viewed from the surrounding area.
How old is the Ruine Nollig?
It dates back to the 13th century.
Is the Ruine Nollig connected to another known castle?
Some researchers identify it with the historically documented Burg Fürsteneck, though this is not universally accepted.
Where is the Ruine Nollig located?
It stands above Lorch in the Rheingau-Taunus-Kreis in Hesse, overlooking the Middle Rhine valley.

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Sources

Identity, location and official references from Wikidata and the Land's heritage lists.

Within an hour’s drive

The most visited in this department — Rheingau-Taunus-Kreis

From the same period — 13e siècle