Reichenstein Castle, Puderbach, Germany

The first documented mention of Burg Reichenstein dates from 1208. Following this, the Burg Reichenstein was attributed to Ludwig III of Reichenstein between 1310 and 1320 for the protection of his territory and possibly as a customs station.

Since the 16th century, it has been considered a ruin and was destroyed in 1618 by its then-owner Count zu Wied when the Count of Sayn intended to acquire it. Since then, the ruin has continued to decay and was in private ownership until the 20th century. In recent years, the ruin has been managed by an association, and extensive restoration work has been carried out, including the establishment of the Walpodenstube, which can accommodate approximately 30 guests.

The castle can be visited at certain times, and festivals and events also take place in and around the castle. In addition to the foundations of the other castle buildings and a partially filled-in well, which was formerly 40 meters deep, the still towering ruins of a four-story residential tower give the ruin its characteristic appearance.

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Ingeborg Hellwig (2 years ago)
Beautiful ruin and great trails for hiking

Steffen (2 years ago)
Super nice ruin, just not always open. Worn by a club! At events you have the opportunity to visit.

Martina Krupp (2 years ago)
We camped there as participants in the castle festival of the Friends of the Castle Ruins Reichenstein, which was organized to preserve the castle. Great work has been done here and a visit and guided tour of the castle is always worthwhile (by appointment)

Jean-Pierre Seitz (2 years ago)
A very beautiful ruin. But the ruins cannot be visited that easily. The whole ruin is fenced in, you can only get into the complex with an appointment. Or if there is an event here. Maybe you can correct the information on Google here so that other visitors don't do the same for nothing.

dietmar florian (3 years ago)
We went there spontaneously and got an exclusive tour. Very great, thank you

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