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Nanstein Castle (German: Burg Nanstein) is a ruined medieval spur castle above the town of Landstuhl, Germany, which has been partially reconstructed. Built in the 12th century, the red sandstone rock castle was once owned by Franz von Sickingen who was mortally wounded during a siege of the castle in 1523.
Nanstein Castle was first mentioned in a document in 1253. In the 13th to 15th centuries it was an imperial castle, which in the 14th and 15th centuries in particular was owned by a castle community with numberous commoners and multiple changes of ownership.
Burg Nanstein. 316 reviews. #1 of 21 things to do in Landstuhl. Historic Sites. Write a review. What people are saying. “ Damaged beyond recognition ”. Aug 2021. From 1543 onward the offspring of Frans von Sickingen transformed Nanstein castle into a luxurious renaissance palace.
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Mar 23, 2023 · Explore some of the best hikes that go through Nanstein Castle in Landstuhl, Germany next to Ramstein Air Base. There's sculptures, cool forests and an amazing restaurant. Skip to content
The imposing ruins of Nanstein Castle are the landmark of the Sickingen town of Landstuhl, visible from afar. Nanstein Castle, which was built in the second hal.
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Aug 22, 2021 · Nanstein Castle, which was built in the second half of the 12th century, is a popular destination for day trips. The castle documents clearly recognisable building structures from five different centuries and invites visitors in a unique way to take an impressive walk through European castle history.
Nanstein Castle. Landstuhl, Germany. Nanstein Castle was built around the year 1162 after Holy Roman Emperor Frederick I demanded its construction as additional defense for the Palatinate.
