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What type of castle is Stahleck?

  • Norman Castle

  • Gothic Castle

  • Medieval Castle

  • Fortress

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Stahleck is a medieval castle situated in Bacharach, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, and is a symbol of medieval German architecture. Constructed between 1135 and 1145 during the reign of King Conrad III, it was primarily intended for defensive purposes and to serve as a strategic stronghold overlooking the Rhine valley and securing the surrounding area.
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