A nice entry perhaps, to the #Mosstodon tag...
A picture I took of one of the outer walls at Burg Greifenstein im Westerwald, Hessen, Germany, back in August 2021.
Came across it now, so decided to share...

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Burg Greifenstein, Hessen, Germany.
Edited snap of the Burg, seen from the little town.
While growing up, many holidays were spent in Greifenstein. Many memories linger here... 😊

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"Bell with bulletholes"

📸 28/08/2025
🌐 Glockenwelt, Burg Greifenstein, Hessen, Germany 🇩🇪

AI alt text: Displayed inside the Glockenwelt museum at Burg Greifenstein in Hesse, Germany, is a heavy bronze bell, suspended on a metal stand against the backdrop of rough-hewn medieval stone walls and a winding staircase with iron railings. The bell, cast in 1906 by Georg Richter, a Berlin-based tower clock and bell founder, shows five clearly visible bullet impacts on its surface, clustered on one side. The holes, with jagged edges and torn rims, are traces of gunfire believed to have been inflicted by Russian soldiers in 1945, shortly after the end of World War II. Instead of being melted down for reuse, as many bells were during wartime, this damaged bell was preserved and is now displayed as a powerful reminder of war’s destruction and aftermath. A blue-and-white museum sign above the bell provides technical details: the bell weighs 270 kilograms, measures 74 centimeters in diameter, and has a strike tone of G. The exhibit emphasizes both the craftsmanship of early 20th-century bell making and the violent scars of history that it still carries.

#Greifenstein #BurgGreifenstein #Hessen #Germany #Glockenwelt #MuseumOfBells

🏰 AI Alt Text (Elaborate Description):

A striking daytime photograph of Burg Greifenstein, a historic hilltop castle in Hessen, Germany, showcasing its iconic twin-towered bergfried—a rare architectural feature in German castles. The image captures the robust cylindrical towers rising from the central keep, built from weathered grey stone and topped with conical slate roofs. The left tower, known as the Bruderturm, features a gryphon-shaped weather vane, symbolizing the castle's name ("Greif" meaning gryphon in German). Sunlight bathes the structure from the left, casting dramatic shadows that emphasize the castle’s medieval fortifications and verticality.

The castle sits atop a wooded hill in the Westerwald region, offering panoramic views over the Dill valley. In the foreground, a gently sloping path leads visitors toward the entrance, flanked by lush greenery and low stone walls. The outer curtain wall, partially visible, hints at the castle’s defensive past. This section of Burg Greifenstein includes the preserved towers of the main keep and part of the outer bailey, reflecting both its Romanesque origins (pre-1160) and later Baroque modifications from the 17th century. The serene sky and surrounding forested landscape frame the castle as a timeless sentinel of regional history.

More info: https://burg-greifenstein.net

📸 25/08/2025

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Walking with Sir Little Noise™ through the small woods next to the Burg of Greifenstein. The paths need some TLC, and some are roped off or bewildered too much. But Bas does enjoy the sniffs he can get on the available paths that we can take.

📸 24/08/2025

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Back in #Greifenstein, Hessen, Germany 🇩🇪

We arrived yesterday late afternoon. This snap was taken during walkies with Sir Little Noise™ when we headed to the bakery for some bread 😉

📸 24/08/2025

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Before I knew Mosstodon was a thing...
A mossy old wall, that was once part of the castle defences at Burg Greifenstein.

📷 14/08/2021

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Burg Greifenstein.

Info from Bing:
Burg Greifenstein, also known as Greifenstein Castle, is a historic hill castle located in the village of Greifenstein in the Lahn-Dill-Kreis county of Middle Hesse, Germany. Here are some key points about it:

Location: The castle is situated on a hill in the Dill Westerwald, offering a panoramic view over the Dill valley. It stands at 441 meters above sea level, making it the highest castle in the Lahn-Dill-Kreis1.
History: The castle was first mentioned in records around 1160. It was destroyed in 1298 by the counts of Nassau and Solms but was later rebuilt. Over the centuries, it changed hands several times and was eventually converted into a Baroque schloss in the late 17th century. By 1693, the site fell into ruins after the counts moved to Braunfels.
Current State: Today, the castle is partially preserved and serves as a cultural site. It is open to the public and includes a restaurant. The Greifenstein Society has been responsible for its preservation since 1969.
Attractions: Visitors can explore various parts of the castle, including a gaol with torture implements, living rooms, and a twin-towered bergfried. The castle also features one of the few double chapels in Germany, the Chapel of St. Catherine, built in 1462. Additionally, the castle houses the German Bell Museum, where visitors can see and even try out over 40 different bells.

📷 14/08/2021

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