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Stein Castle Ruins

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Stein Castle Ruins

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  • Location: Stein, Limburg, Netherlands

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    November 11, 2024

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    The castle consists of an 8-meter-high motte, called the 'Upper Castle', and a moated courtyard, called the 'Lower Castle'. The entire area is surrounded by a moat. A visit to this beautiful castle ruin is highly recommended. You can climb both the keep and the red tower and take a look into the remaining cellars. The buildings in the courtyard have been converted into expensive private apartments.
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    Introduction Castle Stein

    The Stein castle is perhaps the most interesting monument from the recent history of Stein. It is located in the valley of the Putbeek, a stone's throw from the Archaeology Museum. The castle dates back to the early 13th century, when Stein emerged as an independent Imperial Fiefdom from a former Carolingian royal estate under the sovereignty of a lord or baron. Both for securing and protecting his territory and his subjects, and in recognition of his supreme authority, he possessed the right to a defensible castle.
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    May 12, 2025

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    The castle ruin can only be visited by appointment and on a few special occasions. However, you can walk around the moat and see it from almost every possible angle. …
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    View of Kasteel Geulle – Stein Castle Ruins loop from Stein

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 40 m

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    Location: Stein, Limburg, Netherlands

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