Underground defence system "Kasematten" (casemates)
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The dimensions of the Dillenburg defensive system on the Schlossberg hill are unique in Germany as an underground defensive system with bulwarks and casemates from the 15th / 16th century. They were only partially uncovered again in the last century and today give the visitor an idea of the size of a complex that in times of war was used by more than 2,000 soldiers to defend the castle.
I was able to record. The highlight and conclusion of a guided tour through Dillenburg's "Underworld" is a visit to the 62 metre deep well in the "Lion's Pit" and the "Rubens Prison".
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Opening hours
Guided tours are offered in the period from 01 April to 01 November.
High season (school holidays in Hesse): Tuesday to Sunday 3 pm
Low season (outside the Hessian school holidays): Saturday, Sunday and public holidays in Hesse 3 p.m.
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Underground defence system "Kasematten" (casemates)
35683 Dillenburg
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