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25-JAN-2015 T.A.LeRoy

Ruins of Frankenstein Castle

Frankenstein, Germany

Not far from where we live, the imposing, almost ghostly, ruins of a fortress overlook the village of Frankenstein.

The castle’s foundation was started in 1100. It was named for the Frankenstein family, which died out in the 14th century.
It’s not clear when the castle was destroyed, but it was in ruins by the mid-1500s,

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cobler28-Dec-2017 13:35
I can almost see the Monster looming out of the cold snow......V
Wintermeer04-Dec-2017 11:26
Very impressive!
laine24-Feb-2015 20:27
It looks quite magnificent...of course a timeless tale could be wound about it if you had the ability :))
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Ika Zinka Eferl01-Feb-2015 09:45

Excellent perspective of this iconic place and the mood is terrific. I am sure I can hear the goths... *V*
Guest 31-Jan-2015 15:22
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Ton T.28-Jan-2015 16:47
Superb image Tom, love the mood.. V+
Zoltán Balogh28-Jan-2015 13:48
Marvellous photograph of the ruins of this impressive castle! V
Ton, Ben & Rob Nagtegaal28-Jan-2015 07:31
Fantastic picture of this beautiful old ruin.V
Dennis Hoyne28-Jan-2015 04:45
What an interesting structure. A stunning image, you really captured the cheerless and dreary atmosphere.
Guest 28-Jan-2015 03:43
Moody and gaunt. It seems to be inhabited by at least one tree.
janescottcumming28-Jan-2015 03:40
Interesting information for this well composed photograph. V
Hank Vander Velde28-Jan-2015 03:31
Excellent low-angle shot of it Tom.
Carl Carbone28-Jan-2015 03:15
Wonderful image. Superb clarity.
Jean D28-Jan-2015 03:14
Excellent capture of these old and historic ruins, Tom. ~V
hamery28-Jan-2015 02:17
Gorgeous view of the castle and a great angle of composition. Well done again for the sp matched f/stop and Tv speed. V
LynnH28-Jan-2015 02:15
Amazing that this much of it still stands today!
Gill Kopy28-Jan-2015 02:01
A very desolate scene, nicely captured V
Stephanie27-Jan-2015 22:38
What a gorgeous capture of these castle ruins! So wonderful with the bit of snow! V
bill friedlander27-Jan-2015 22:35
Terrific clarity and colors. The dusting of snow gives the ruins a soft look. V
John Hamers27-Jan-2015 22:22
Great shot ofvthis castle from this point of view. V!
Bill Miller27-Jan-2015 21:33
It looks very stark and imposing with the dusting of snow.
Dave Petersen Photography27-Jan-2015 20:50
Image the history that this castle has been part of. Even in ruins it is still stately. Great capture from a very good angle and location. Very impressive and I like how you framed one side with the tree. Voted
Pepe Lugash27-Jan-2015 20:45
Never made it up there for all my time in Germany. From this pic, I wish that I had! BV
Colin Storey27-Jan-2015 20:22
Great image of this very imposing castle. v
larose forest photos27-Jan-2015 20:17
A fabulous shot of this spectral castle, still imposing all these centuries later. VV
Jackdad27-Jan-2015 20:15
Are you quite sure those ruins are uninhabited? ;-)
Ken Chambers ARPS27-Jan-2015 17:57
Beautiful and fascinating, wonderful picture Tom
Frank Brault27-Jan-2015 17:22
A superb image! The point of view and winter mood are fabulous. V
Chris Spracklen27-Jan-2015 16:13
Terrific shot of this frost tinged ruin, Tom. *V*
(I never knew there was actually a town called 'Frankenstein'!)
Walter Otto Koenig27-Jan-2015 15:41
If it's in this state after being in ruins for 500 years then that is testament to the builders. Great photo from this perspective. I like it in the snow and with this lighting as it enhances the impact. "V"
globalgadabout27-Jan-2015 15:40
a bit of a monster in its current state...fine shot...
Patrick Goossens27-Jan-2015 15:15
Impressive picture from this very beautiful brick Castle
Jim Coffman27-Jan-2015 14:23
This is such a nice image! Great work,Tom!!
joseantonio27-Jan-2015 13:30
Very nice POV. seems you had some snow there.V.
Carol Rollins27-Jan-2015 13:16
Wow, are you allowed to explore within? What a great image, Tom. Wonderfully shot, especially with
the moody sky.
Neil Marcus27-Jan-2015 12:42
The scene and title evoke emotions. A superb image, Tom vote!
Ann Cleeves27-Jan-2015 12:32
Truly ghostly, especially in this stark winter setting. Love those two gothic windows still intact. Super image!
Yvonne27-Jan-2015 11:18
Certainly is a stark looking building with a bleak atmosphere, superbly captured Tom! v
Irene Wehrli27-Jan-2015 11:02
This ruin sure has some stories to tell - it still stands proudly on the hill...
Irene
Patricia Kay27-Jan-2015 10:55
Fabulous image with great textures and colors Tom...BV
danad27-Jan-2015 10:49
A superb capture of these ruins. V.
Chris Morton27-Jan-2015 10:31
easy to imagine the mythical Frankenstein there too
Graeme27-Jan-2015 10:06
A fine view of this once imposing castle, Tom.V
Kim27-Jan-2015 09:32
Great capture of this iconic place! V
David Lewins27-Jan-2015 09:14
Lovely capture, nice contrast between the stone work and the grey sky and snow
Gerard Koehl27-Jan-2015 08:30
Superbe ruine très bien saisie. V
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