Hochburg

The Hochburg ("high castle") is a castle near Emmendingen in southwest Germany.

Brief history

• 11th century — founded probably by Dietrich von Hachberg

• 1127 — first mentioned in an official document

• 1553-1577 — fortifications are completely remodeled

• Early 17th century — enhancement of the fortifications with 7 bastions

• 1634-1636 — destroyed by catholic forces in the Thirty Years' War.

• 1660-1678 — reconstruction and modernization

• 1681 — voluntary destruction to prevent an attack by French forces

• 1684 — fire destroys the upper part

• 1688 — Occupation and subsequent demolition by troops of Louis XIV

Today, the Hochburg is still a ruin.

External links

• Society for the conservation of the Hochburg
• Hochburg Pictures