The remains of the castle can be visited
CastleHarzgerode-Siptenfelde
Erichsburg Castle
Erichsburg was built in the 12th century by the Lords of Erichsberg. In 1170, Henricus de Berke is mentioned as the owner. In 1346, the castle was destroyed by the citizens of the North Thuringian League of Cities.
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