Burgruine Falkenstein (Oberfalkenstein)
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Oberfalkenstein Castle | |
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Burg Oberfalkenstein | |
Obervellach, Carinthia, Austria | |
Type | Spur castle |
Site history | |
Built | 12th century |
Falkenstein Castle (Oberfalkenstein) is a ruined medieval castle near Obervellach in Carinthia, Austria. It was built in the 12th century as part of a larger fortification complex comprising the preserved advanced work of Niederfalkenstein below.