Liebieg Castle, Kobern-Gondorf, Germany

Liebieg Castle was built by knight Marsilius Gondorf around 1255-1272. Between 1493-1762 it was owned by Eifel family. The current appearance dates mainly from the restoration made in 1859-1960.

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Great castle

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Beautiful castle and easy to park your car

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