Kurnberg Castle Ruins

     
My husband really enjoyed this castle & it was only 1 hour from where we live. Thomas was having too much fun playing music on this giant Xylophone while we rested halfway on our hike up to the castle. Although the hike isn't far it is rather rocky & steep so make sure to wear good supporting shoes. You will need them for exploring the castle as well, because although I am afraid of heights we were climbing all over the stone walls with our friend & our dog. It has stunning views from the Palas & a fireplace below in the courtyard. . 

According to my research Kürnberg is one of the youngest castles that are found in the Upper Palatine. It consists of a moat & three courthouses that you can explore. The castle was built in 1354 for firearms and defense. Kürnberg was resold in 1423 to Ulrich Warberger. The castle was expanded in 1499 and then in 1532 the Mürcacher family took over the castle. In 1634, the castle was destroyed in the Thirty Years' War during a siege by the Swedes.  During the late 1970's, the ruins had been completely restored by the historical society.

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INFORMATON:

Hike: 1/2 a mile
Dog Friendly: yes
Stroller Friendly: no
Admission: FREE
Parking: FREE
Website: burgenseite.de/html/kuernb.html
Hours: Everyday 10-5

Address:
 Kürnberg Stamsried, Germany
(Follow the signs once you see them directing you to the nature trails)