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