Maus Castle (German: Burg Maus, meaning Mouse Castle) is a castle above the village of Wellmich (part of Sankt Goarshausen) in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. It lies on the east side of the Rhine, north of Katz Castle (Cat Castle) in Sankt Goarshausen and opposite Rheinfels Castle at Sankt Goar across the … Se mer Construction of the castle was begun in 1356 by Archbishop-Elector of Trier Bohemond II and was continued for the next 30 years by successive Electors of Trier. The construction of Burg Maus was to enforce Se mer The ward of the castle contains two residential buildings. The vulnerable side facing uphill is guarded by a round bergfried. Se mer • Burg Maus above the Rhine. • Burg Maus, as seen from the Rhine. • Burg Maus from above the village of Wellmich Se mer Local folklore attributes the name to the Counts of Katzenelnbogen's mocking of the Electors of Trier during the 30 years of construction, who reportedly said that the castle was the … Se mer • (in German) Official site • (in German) Entry for Burg Maus, European Castle Database (EBIDAT) - history, photographs, and maps Se mer Nettet7. nov. 2024 · Brühl Castle. Just a stone’s throw from the centre of Cologne you’ll find one of the most interesting ‘castles’ on this list. (I am adament that a better translation would be palace, as it is officially recorded by UNESCO…) While Bonn functioned as the de-facto capital of West Germany during the Cold War period, the pastel yellow Schloss Brühl …
Castles of the Middle Rhine in Germany
NettetScornfully referred to as ‘Mouse Castle’ by the Counts of Katzenelnbogen from the castle opposite. The derisive nickname seems inappropriate considering how strong the walls … NettetThe Swan King’s Castles: Neuschwanstein. It is surely the most famous castle in the world — and, like its builder, one of the most misunderstood. Neuschwanstein (noy-shvahn-shtine) castle is a structure of contrast, … tya oxford
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Nettet30. sep. 2024 · Neuschwanstein Castle. “The Cinderella Castle” is situated high on a rocky outcrop. Overlooking the village of Hohenschwangau. At the foot of the German Alps in Bavaria. It’s just breathtaking! Designed in a mix of Roman, Gothic, and Byzantine styles. All randomly blended. It’s over-the-top and incredibly unique. Nettet28. okt. 2024 · While You’re There: Active travelers who want to see Pfalzgrafenstein and other Rhine castles might consider embarking on the Rhine Castles Trail, which starts … Nettet14. des. 2024 · You’ll sail past castles such as Rheinstein, Brömserburg and Klopp, as well as Binger Bridge and the Mouse Tower of Binger Loch, among romantic pinot noir vineyards. See the sights by cable car If you … tyarent