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The castle was erected by Berthold II, Duke of Zähringen, in 1078.

Earlier, the dukes of Alamannia graded a "stronghold" on the castle mountain

and extended it to a fortress from 270 AD.

The dukes of Zähringen founded monasteries, towns (such as Freiburg,

Offenburg, Rottweil and Bern) and castles, and developed the country

through the creation of roads and paths.

During the Peasants’ War (1525), all the parts of the fortress burned down

and during the Thirty Years’ War (1618-1648), the fortress was completely

destroyed.

Until today, the castle has a splendid viewpoint that already attracted

people 2000 years ago.

 

In 1655, the building of our Waldrestaurant was erected on the ground of

the former "arms manufacturer" of the dukes of Zähringen.

The first generations occupating this building were farmers and stock

breeders.

By the end of the 18th century, a hiker room was set up.

In 1934, an enlargement was built and many of our tables and chairs were

built in this time.

 
If you want to visit the castle which is only at 5 minutes walk from our Waldrestaurant, please feel free to ask us for the key.