Diez Castle

Diez, Germany

The dominant feature of the Diez townscape is the high medieval castle. The oldest parts of the structure date from the eleventh century. The castle was abandoned as a residence from the mid-1700s, and from 1743 to 1784, the count's castle was used as a Nassau office building. Subsequently, it served as a prison until 1927.

During World War II, Diez Castle was commandeered by the German Army to interrogate 'prisoners of special interest' captured on the western front, one prisoner being Gertrude Legendre, the female Office of Strategic Services clerk/translator captured in 1944. In the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, the castle was the site of the largest processing center of Lahn marble.

Since June 2006 it has served as a youth hostel and, since 2007, also contains a museum.

References:

Wikipedia

Address

Schlossberg 8C, Diez, Germany

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Details

Founded: 11th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Salian Dynasty (Germany)

More Information

en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Iron Tower (45,4 km)
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Marksburg Castle (27,7 km)
Liebfrauenkirche (29,2 km)

User Reviews

Eugenia K (9 months ago)
The medieval castle of the town of Dietz, located on a hill above the old town. According to the first references, it is assumed that the castle was built around the 11th century, after which it was used for various purposes, rebuilt and changed hands from different owners. Currently, there is a pretty good hostel in the castle building. In addition, there is also a museum. You can enter the territory of the castle (inner courtyard) for free.

Ralf Peter Däuber (2 years ago)
Beautiful building. However, today a youth hostel. The place is also excellent to look at and, with the many half-timbered houses, offers great photo opportunities with a view of the castle. At the district court you can park your car for three hours free of charge with a parking card. That's enough for a nice site visit with lots of photos.

samuel sixone (6 years ago)
Sexy

sandu ivan (6 years ago)
Ok

Keluarga Pelancong (7 years ago)
It's also used as a youth hostel. And we had stay here at a weekend. We felt as is we're in an old castle. Some parts still have middle age feeling or even spooky. But we liked it so much. Felt like an adventure. The town Diez an der Lahn is quiet, clean, and comfortable. Suitable as a weekend gateway.

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