Flochberg Castle, Bopfingen, Germany

Flochberg Castle was mentioned already in the mid-12th century and it was probably rebuilt in the 14th century. It was badly damaged during the Thirty Years' War. Today there are pictoresque ruins left.

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Ralf Degenhardt (2 years ago)
The ruins of Flochberg Castle are virtually an insider tip. Visible from a distance, but not easily accessible. It's best to park at the school and then find the right way. Anyone who has found the way to the ruins will be rewarded with a beautiful view. The support association for the preservation of the ruins has extensively secured the remains of the wall for posterity. It's great that there are still such committed people! It would be nice if signs on the ruins reflected the original function of the respective building and the assumed appearance.

Thomas Löscher (2 years ago)
The place exudes a very nice vibe and so is the view Impressive

Kenneth Drake (6 years ago)
Great to see

Bogdan Cristian (6 years ago)
Good view

رسالة الصمت (6 years ago)
Good

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