🏰 Verlassene Burg im Allgäu: Das dunkle Geheimnis von Fluhenstein! #4k

Hello and welcome to "AufWanderschaft" (Hiking), High above Sonthofen in the Allgäu region rises the Fluhenstein Castle ruins. Today, only the impressive walls remain, but its history stretches back more than 650 years. The castle was built in 1362 by Oswald von Heimenhofen on a steep rocky spur. It served as the residence and center of power for the noble von Heimenhofen family. Its elevated position offered a magnificent view over the Iller Valley and was also easy to defend. However, during the 15th century, the family increasingly ran into financial difficulties. After several conflicts and sieges, the castle was finally sold to the Prince-Bishopric of Augsburg in 1477. Under the Augsburg bishops, Fluhenstein regained importance and was even expanded. Around 1500, an additional section of the castle was built, and in 1501, the Chapel of St. Alexius was consecrated. ``` But the peaceful times were short-lived. During the German Peasants' War in 1525, the castle was plundered. It also suffered severe damage during the Schmalkaldic War and later the Thirty Years' War. The Swedish troops, in particular, left clear traces of destruction in 1632 and 1633. Despite several repairs, the castle gradually lost its importance over the centuries. In 1769, the last Landammann (chief magistrate) left the complex. After secularization, the castle was sold in 1808 and partially used as a quarry. As a result, it increasingly deteriorated into the ruin we know today. Today, the Fluhenstein Castle ruins are among the most beautiful historical destinations in the Upper Allgäu region. The castle ruins are thus not only a testament to medieval architecture, but also a silent witness to the eventful history of the Allgäu. ...` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` `` Visits: possible year-round Opening hours: - Parking: available / paid parking Fluhenstein Castle Ruins (Sonthofen, Allgäu) • 1361 – The brothers Marquard and Oswald von Heimenhofen divide their property. This is considered the starting point for the development of Fluhenstein. (hdbg.eu) • 1362 – Oswald von Heimenhofen builds Fluhenstein Castle on a rocky spur above Berghofen. (hdbg.eu) • 1398 – Berthold von Heimenhofen enters the service of the Dukes of Bavaria; the Fluhenstein estate gains in importance. (allgaeuerurlaubsportal.de) • 1413 – Division of the family estate; Ulrich von Heimenhofen remains at Fluhenstein. (allgaeuerurlaubsportal.de) • 1440 – Erkinger von Heimenhofen sells his share of the estate to the Bishop of Augsburg, Peter von Schaumberg. (allgaeuerurlaubsportal.de) • 1444 – The castle is captured for the first time by troops of the Prince-Bishopric of Augsburg. (hdbg.eu) • 1463 – Siege and capture of the castle in the conflict with the Imperial City of Kempten. (hdbg.eu) • 1477 – Georg (Jörg) von Heimenhofen sells the heavily indebted castle to the Prince-Bishopric of Augsburg. Fluhenstein becomes the official residence of the Augsburg Landammänner (chief magistrates). (hdbg.eu) • Around 1500 – Bishop Friedrich von Zollern has the castle extended to the north. (hdbg.eu) • 1501 – Consecration of the new castle chapel, St. Alexius. (hdbg.eu) • 1525 – The castle is plundered during the German Peasants' War. (hdbg.eu) • 1546 – ​​Schmalkaldic troops occupy and damage the castle. (hdbg.eu) • 1572 – Extensive repairs are carried out. (burgenregion.de) • 1607 – Rettenberg peasants besiege the castle during an uprising. (Wikipedia) • 1632–1633 – Swedish troops plunder the castle several times during the Thirty Years' War. (hdbg.eu) • 1769 – The last Landammann (chief magistrate) leaves the now severely dilapidated castle. (hdbg.eu) • 1808 – After secularization, the Bavarian state sells the ruins for demolition; the decay accelerates. (hdbg.eu) • Today – Fluhenstein Castle ruins are an important cultural monument and a popular destination for excursions above Sonthofen. (hdbg.eu) #4k #Bavaria #Allgäu #Sonthofen #FluhensteinCastleRuins #Fluhenstein #LostPlace #CastleRuins #Medieval #History #DroneFootage #Ruins #Hiking #Travel #Adventure #fyp #Freedom #djiaction5pro #HiddenPlaces