Auerbach Castle

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Auerbach Castle was built in the 12th century to protect the new settlers from Franconia and Thüringen. The castle had a moat and drawbridge. In the 1757 the castle was destroyed by fire. In 1849 it was reconstructed and altered. Today it hosts a restaurant

Address
Schloßstraße 8A, Auerbach, Vogtland, Germany

Established
12th century

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