Frankenstein Castle

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by Pascal Rehfeldt

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Frankenstein Castle, located near Darmstadt, Germany, is a hilltop castle with a history stretching back to the Middle Ages. Built around 1250, the castle has long been associated with the Frankenstein family, who were influential in the region. Over the centuries, the castle fell into ruins but still stands as a dramatic and evocative site. It gained particular fame in modern times due to its tenuous connection to Mary Shelley's novel "Frankenstein," as some believe the castle may have inspired her story.

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