Burg Falkenstein
Burg Falkenstein is a ruined fortress located above the village of Falkenstein in Rheinland-Pfalz. The following photos, taken in July 2007, include Burg Falkenstein and the surrounding area:
This ruin is located in the part of Rheinland-Pfalz with the highest elevation.
The building was first documented in 1135 as an imperial fortress.
In 1647, the French stormed Burg Falkenstein, razing the fortress and the town.
Here is a concise history of Burg Falkenstein.
The fortress became a historic monument in 1984.
More information on Burg Falkenstein is available here.
This ruin is located in the part of Rheinland-Pfalz with the highest elevation.
The building was first documented in 1135 as an imperial fortress.
In 1647, the French stormed Burg Falkenstein, razing the fortress and the town.
Here is a concise history of Burg Falkenstein.
The fortress became a historic monument in 1984.
More information on Burg Falkenstein is available here.