aerial view are castle altenahr germany medieval hilltop ruined fortress with walls and towers above the river

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Aerial view of Are castle in Altenahr Germany, medieval hilltop ruined fortress with walls and towers above the river Royalty Free Stock Photo

Aerial view of Are castle in Altenahr Germany, medieval hilltop ruined fortress with walls and towers above the river

The plan of the castle is rectangular. As well as parts of the outer ward and a gate â the so-called Gymnicher Porz â remains of the defensive wall have survived. In addition, on the southern side of the site, is an old gate tower (also called the Schellenturm), as well as the ruins of the palas, which once had a heated bishop's chamber. The first bergfried probably stood on the pointed dome of rock in its northern corner. North of that are extensive remains of the Romanesque castle chapel dating to the 12th century.