Burg Blankenstein
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Burg Blankenstein is a castle located on the south side of the river Ruhr in Hattingen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.[1]
Beginning in 1227, the castle was built over the course of 200 years by the Counts of the Mark.[1] In 1614, shortly before the Thirty Years' War, it was occupied by Spanish troops.
The property has belonged to the city of Bochum since 1922,[1] but the town is looking for an alternative due to the costs.
The tower can still be visited and offers a good view over Bochum and the Kemnader Lake.[1]
Coordinates: 51°24′25″N 7°13′49″E / 51.40694°N 7.23028°E
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