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Burg Altendorf
Historic Ruin with a Majestic Keep
Counts toward these achievements:
Essen: First Steps10 pts
Essen: Explorer25 pts
Essen: Insider50 pts
The ruins of Altendorf Castle stand on a peninsula in Essen's Burgaltendorf district, dating back to the late 12th century. As a lowland castle with an unused moat, it features the largest preserved keep between the Rhine and Weser. Positioned at 100 meters above sea level, it offers a captivating glimpse into medieval architecture.
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The keep of Altendorf Castle is the largest preserved of its kind between the Rhine and Weser.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1170
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Opening Hours
- 24/7
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
- Website
- hbv-burgalendorf.de
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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