Kettlitz, Eberhardt (Hrsg.) Festungen in Thüringen

The territory of today's Free State of Thuringia was once home to various Saxon principalities of different sizes. 25 of their best-preserved and most interesting fortresses and defences from the 15th century onwards are presented here in words and pictures. The work combines essays by renowned experts on the respective fortifications to provide a comprehensive overview of Thuringia's modern fortified architecture. Not only are the individual fortress elements described, but the fortifications are also embedded in their historical context. Helpful hints are also given on how to visit the fortifications in order to experience the Thuringian fortified landscape on site.

The diversity of the Thuringian rulers also led to a great variety of fortifications, which were intended to secure and protect their power. This ranged from the construction of medieval castles for defence with firearms to the fortification of entire towns. But fortified castles, entirely new fortresses and pure earthworks were also built. What they all had in common was defence with firearms and the ability to defend against firearms. For this purpose, fortress engineers created various structural solutions up to highly complex installations. The first scientifically sound guide to Thuringian fortresses, fortified castles and castles converted for artillery defence. Clearly formulated, richly illustrated, with practical sightseeing tips and further reading. Volume 5 of the series "Deutsche Festungen".