Stahleck Castle

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Stahleck Castle (Burg Stahleck) is a 12th century castle near Bacharach in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany.

It was built on the orders of the archbishop of Cologne and occupies a commanding view of the Rhine in the Lorelei valley.

It was destroyed in the late 17th century, but was rebuilt in the early 20th century and is now a hostel.

Coordinates: 50°03′29″N, 7°45′56″E