Schaaken Castle Ruins, Niekrasowo, Russia

Schaaken Castle, built by Teutonic Order, was first mentioned in 1328. Today impressive ruins remain of this brick castle.

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Michael Parshin (4 years ago)
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Konstantin Gus (4 years ago)
Interesting place .

Demian Reist (4 years ago)
A very good example of a teutonic castle. There is a cafe in the museum and a shop with coffee and local farm-made cheese nearby. Not far from Kaliningrad and the airport. Nice place to visit!

Alexander Kldiashvili (5 years ago)
Very nice place! Must see..Very well organized and maintained..Each person can find something interesting and authentic to see..and lots personal entertainment both for kids and adults..we really had a great time here!!

Julia Freeth (6 years ago)
It's a pity that such a historical place is in ruins

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