Bernstein Castle
Bernstein Castle (Hungarian: Borostyánkő vára) is a historical building in Bernstein im Burgenland, Austria, first mentioned in the 13th century.
| Bernstein Castle | |
|---|---|
| Burgenland, Austria | |
| Coordinates | 47°24′23.5″N 16°15′07.1″E |
| Type | Castle |
| Site information | |
| Owner | Almásy dynasty |
| Open to the public | yes |
| Condition | major parts conserved |
| Site history | |
| Built | around 860/ around 1199 |
| Battles/wars | From 1529 to 1532 besieged by the Turks, in 1604 besieged by the army of Stephen Bocskay. |
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