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Castle complex Alt-Dahn - Grafendahn - Tanstein

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The ruins of the three fortifications rise on five adjacent sandstone rocks. The castles are mentioned in documents as early as the first half of the 12th century. The castle group, with a length of almost 200 meters, is one of the largest medieval fortifications in the Palatinate. During the Thirty Years' War, the castles were largely destroyed. The castle museum of the castle group features interesting finds.

On five adjacent sandstone cliffs rise the ruins of the three fortifications. The castles are documented as early as the first half of the 12th century. The castle group, with a length of almost 200 meters, is among the largest medieval fortifications in the Palatinate. During the Thirty Years' War, the castles were largely destroyed. In the castle museum of the castle group, there are interesting finds to see.

Opening hours: April to October daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

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Open Apr 01, 2026 through Oct 31, 2026 from 10:00–18:00 .

April 1 to October 31 daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

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