Can you visit the Sauerburg freely?

No, it is privately owned and can only be visited with the caretaker present.

When was the Sauerburg built?

It was built in the 14th century by Count Palatine Ruprecht I to defend his territory against raids from the nearby Burg Waldeck.

Why is the Sauerburg a ruin today?

Its keep was destroyed by troops of Louis XIV in 1689 during the War of the Palatine Succession.

Is the Sauerburg part of a protected heritage site?

Yes, it has belonged to the Unesco World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley since 2002.

Was there once a hotel at the Sauerburg?

Yes, it operated for several years as a small hotel and event venue, though this has since been suspended.

Sauerburg

Sauerthal

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Sauerburg stands in Sauerthal (Rhein-Lahn-Kreis), in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. Recorded dating: 14th century. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

The Sauerburg is a ruined hilltop castle above the Tiefenbach stream in the Taunus hills, a few kilometres east of Kaub on the Rhine. Built in the 14th century to shield Palatinate territory from raids launched out of the nearby Burg Waldeck, it was repeatedly upgraded for defence before being largely destroyed by troops of Louis XIV in 1689. Part of it was rebuilt in the early 20th century, and the site still shows its six-storey square keep, a chapel and two outer baileys. It has formed part of the Unesco World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley since 2002.

What to know

The Sauerburg is privately owned and can only be visited in the presence of the caretaker on site.
It formerly operated as a small hotel and event venue, but this activity has been suspended.
No opening hours or admission fees are published, so visitors should inquire directly beforehand.
The site sits on a height above Sauerthal in the Taunus hills, meaning some uphill walking is required.
It lies within the Unesco World Heritage area of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley.

Practical information

Opening hours

visites guidées toute l'année sur demande, pour groupes constitués uniquement

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

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Where this château is

Sauerthal · Rhein-Lahn-Kreis · Rheinland-Pfalz

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Address

Sauerburg, 65391 Sauerthal

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Château phone number

+49 176 41952217

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Heritage status: Kulturdenkmal in Rheinland-Pfalz
Period of construction: 14th century

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Frequently asked

Can you visit the Sauerburg freely?: No, it is privately owned and can only be visited with the caretaker present.
When was the Sauerburg built?: It was built in the 14th century by Count Palatine Ruprecht I to defend his territory against raids from the nearby Burg Waldeck.
Why is the Sauerburg a ruin today?: Its keep was destroyed by troops of Louis XIV in 1689 during the War of the Palatine Succession.
Is the Sauerburg part of a protected heritage site?: Yes, it has belonged to the Unesco World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley since 2002.
Was there once a hotel at the Sauerburg?: Yes, it operated for several years as a small hotel and event venue, though this has since been suspended.