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Greifenstein Castle

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greifenstein castle

Attribution: By Oliver Abels (SBT) - Own work, CC BY 2.5, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2216532

Location
Greifenstein, Lahn-Dill-Kreis, Germany
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Built
12th century

Greifenstein Castle is a highly visible landmark, standing on a hill in the Dill Westerwald with a good view over the Dill valley.
The castle is a heritage site; attractions include the Village and Castle Museum and one of the few double chapels in Germany. Walks around the castle and an educational herb garden make the site a popular destination.

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