The Veste Coburg is one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses of Germany. It is situated on a hill above the town of Coburg, in the Upper Franconia region of Bavaria. Veste Coburg dominates the town of Coburg on Bavaria's border with Thuringia. It is located at an altitude of 464 meters above NHN, or 167 meters above the town. Its size represent…
The Veste Coburg is one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses of Germany. It is situated on a hill above the town of Coburg, in the Upper Franconia region of Bavaria. Veste Coburg dominates the town of Coburg on Bavaria's border with Thuringia. It is located at an altitude of 464 meters above NHN, or 167 meters above the town. Its size represents one of the medium fortresses in Germany.
Architectural style: Romanesque to Gothic revival
Town or city: Coburg
Country: Germany
Owner: Bayerische Verwaltung der staatlichen Schlösser, Gärten und Seen
Elevation: 464 m
Current tenants: Kunstsammlungen der Veste Coburg
Construction started: 10th century (first fortifications)
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