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Schlicht in Vilseck in Amberg-Sulzbach, Bavaria, Germany — Central Europe
 

Burg Dagestein
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Dagestein Castle

 
 
Burg Dagestein / Dagestein Castle Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 16, 2024
1. Burg Dagestein / Dagestein Castle Marker
Inscription.  German:
Die Burg Dagestein ist eines der ältesten historischen Bauwerke der Stadt Vilseck. Sie wurde im 12. Jh. aus Stein erbaut und war ursprünglich eine Festungsanlage, die die Macht ihres geistlichen Herren wohl eindrucksvoll dokumentiert hat. Das unbestrittene Highlight der Anlage ist der romanische Bergfried. Die unteren zwei Geschosse stammen aus der Zeit um 1200. In den darüber liegenden Etagen sind Wandmalereien aus dem 14. Jh. erhalten. Die Aussichtskanzel bietet einen herrlichen Blick auf die Altstadt und das weite Umland.

Die meisten heute sichtbaren Gebäude sind neueren Datums, so etwa der eindrucksvolle Zehentkasten aus der Zeit um 1700. Von der Wehrhaftigkeit der Burg zeugen die mittelalterlichen Reste der Ringmauer. Der neu sanierte Zehentkasten kann für verschiedene Anlässe genutzt werden.

Außenbesichtigungen der Burganlage sind jeder-zeit möglich, der Innenhof ist frei zugänglich. Die Besichtigung des Bergfrieds ist von April bis Septem-ber sonntags von 14 bis 17 Uhr möglich.

English Translation:
The Dagestein Castle is one of the oldest historical buildings
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in the city of Vilseck. It was built from stone in the 12th century and was originally a fortification that likely impressively documented the power of its ecclesiastical lord. The undisputed highlight of the complex is the Romanesque keep. The lower two floors date back to around 1200. The upper floors still retain wall paintings from the 14th century. The viewing platform offers a magnificent view of the old town and the surrounding countryside.

Most of the buildings visible today are of more recent origin, such as the impressive tithe barn from around 1700. The medieval remains of the ring wall testify to the defensiveness of the castle. The newly renovated tithe barn can be used for various events.

External visits to the castle complex are possible at any time, and the courtyard is freely accessible. The keep can be visited from April to September on Sundays from 2:00 to 5:00 P.M.
 
Erected by Stadt Vilseck.
 
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1200.
 
Location. 49° 36.797′ N, 11° 48.516′ E. Marker is in Vilseck, Bayern (Bavaria), in Amberg-Sulzbach. It is in Schlicht. It is at the intersection of Schloßgasse and Froschau, on the left when traveling north on Schloßgasse. The marker is located
The entrance to the Dagestein Castle and Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 16, 2024
2. The entrance to the Dagestein Castle and Marker
at the entrance to the castle. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Schloßgasse 6A, Vilseck BY 92249, Germany. Touch for directions.

Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: „Wild-Wonger" (within shouting distance of this marker); Bürgerspital (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); „Schwandner-Haus" (about 90 meters away); „Färberhaus“ / "Dyer House" (about 120 meters away); „Angerer" (about 120 meters away); „Bäcker-Michl-Haus" / "Baker-Michl-House" (about 150 meters away); Herzlich Willkommen in Vilseck! / Welcome to Vilseck! (about 150 meters away); Pflegschloss / Keeper's Residence (about 180 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Vilseck.
 
The view inside the courtyard of Dagestein Castle image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 16, 2024
3. The view inside the courtyard of Dagestein Castle
The Dagestein Castle image. Click for full size.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 16, 2024
4. The Dagestein Castle
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on February 5, 2025. It was originally submitted on February 4, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 113 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos:   1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on February 5, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
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