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Wache am Helfenstein
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Wache am Helfenstein

Ancient Spur Castle with Deep Roots in Koblenz

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The Wache am Helfenstein, also known as Burg Helfenstein, was built around 1160 by the Helfenstein family. This spur castle is located on the Ehrenbreitstein in Koblenz, separated from the nearby Ehrenbreitstein Castle by a deep ravine. Initially, the Helfenstein family served at Ehrenbreitstein before expanding their rule with additional castles.
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The castle was built around 1160.

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