Hohenfels Castle

Hohenfels Castle is situated at an elevation of 545 meters above sea level (NHN) in the Beutelfels Nature Reserve, north of the village of Imsbach in the county of Donnersbergkreis, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. The castle can be accessed via a steep footpath from the visitor mine of Weiße Grube in the Langental valley.

History

Hohenfels Castle is believed to have been constructed in 1200. Its purpose was defensive, indicating its strategic location and importance.

Architecture and Layout

The castle's architectural style is not specified, but it is described as a ruined hill castle. The layout of the castle is also not detailed, although it is mentioned that it can be accessed via a steep footpath from the visitor mine of Weiße Grube in the Langental valley.

Historical Significance and Events

Hohenfels Castle has historical significance due to its defensive purpose and strategic location. However, no specific events or dates are reported.

Current Status and Use

The castle is currently in ruins, with a reported "yes" for "ruins" on OpenStreetMap data.

Heritage Status

No information is available regarding the castle's heritage status.

Visiting Information

Hohenfels Castle can be visited via a steep footpath from the visitor mine of Weiße Grube in the Langental valley. The path passes the "Iron Man" monument (Eiserner Mann).

Notable Features and Rooms

No information is available regarding notable features or rooms within the castle.

Coordinates

The coordinates for Hohenfels Castle are 49.6018827, 7.892991.