Turmhügel Altes Schloss
Schwarzenbach an der Saale
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Turmhügel Altes Schloss stands in Schwarzenbach an der Saale (Landkreis Hof), in Bavaria, Germany. The building is a listed Baudenkmal. No visits are on record for this building.
The Turmhügel Altes Schloss marks the site of a former motte-and-bailey fortification, now vanished, in Stobersreuth near Schwarzenbach an der Saale. Little remains visible above ground, and the interest lies mainly in the site's history and what it tells of modest medieval defensive structures in the area. The central mound, once surrounded by water, now appears as a hollow along the edge of a pond.
What to know
- Almost no visible structures remain, so the interest is historical rather than visual.
- The site lies at Stobersreuth, a hamlet near Schwarzenbach an der Saale.
- Access is outdoors and unrestricted, with no known visitor facilities.
- It is best to check locally beforehand, as no opening hours or fees are documented.
Where this château is
Schwarzenbach an der Saale · Landkreis Hof · Bayern
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Address
Schwarzenbach an der Saale, Landkreis Hof
Directions open from wherever you are, by car or public transport.
- Heritage status
- Kulturdenkmal in Deutschland
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Frequently asked
- What remains of the Turmhügel Altes Schloss today?
- Almost no structures are visible, only the water-encircled mound recalls the former motte.
- Where is the Turmhügel Altes Schloss located?
- In Stobersreuth, a hamlet in the Landkreis Hof, near Schwarzenbach an der Saale in Bavaria.
- How old is this fortification?
- It likely dates to the 14th century, after the Counts of Henneberg granted the place as a fief to the Hirschberger family.
- Is the site protected?
- Yes, it is listed as a Kulturdenkmal in Germany.
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Sources
Identity, location and official references from Wikidata and the Land's heritage lists.
