EOS 5D MARK II with ZEISS CY VARIO-SONNAR 28-85MM F3.3-4 Sample Photo 531102 By opal

Archaeological finds prove that the area of Hambach Castle was used in late Roman times. In late Carolingian Dynasty times and Ottonian dynasty times a Castle of refuge was built there. Portions remain in front of an under ther outer ring wall. The erection of the first Hambach Castle was probaly in ther first half of the 11th century, a new Castle was built inside the former estate.