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Coat of arms and logo for Baden-Württemberg State Palaces and GardensCoat of arms and logo for Baden-Württemberg State Palaces and Gardens
Lorch Monastery
BURIAL PLACE OF THE HOUSE OF STAUFER WITH MANY EVENTS

Near byShrouded in legend: the land of the Staufers

In the Staufer heartland, the rich history of the area is downright palpable. The gentle landscape around the Hohenstaufen is quite compelling. Wäscherschloss Castle and Lorch Monastery are so close to each other that you can hike between them.

Eastern jura mountains & Göppingen

Hohenstaufen

Hohenstaufen Fortress Ruins

Right into the late Middle Ages, the castle on Hohenstaufen was a focal point of political power.

Hohenstaufen Fortress Ruins
Wäscherschloss Castle

Wäscherschloss Castle

The site has survived since the Middle Ages in outstanding condition and is prime example of a Staufer residence. 

Wäscherschloss Castle