Deluge Overwhelms Area - Specialists report substantial damage to Falkenstein Castle.
The preliminary findings indicate that the castle's wall damage wasn't caused by a landslide. Instead, scientists suspect that collapsing water masses compressed and eroded a substantial portion of the wall.
In the beginning, about 50 people living under the castle were asked to leave their homes. Forty-nine of them were allowed to go back. The remaining person was kept out until their house was thoroughly checked.
To ensure there are no more potential hazards from the stonework, a specialized business will install metal cables to stabilize the ruined structure. For safety reasons, the site currently can't be entered by sightseers or travelers.
The Petersberg monument complex, which includes the Romanesque Peterskirche and adjacent Mesnerhaus, features the castle ruins, which are a well-liked hiking spot. The primary castle, Falkenstein, was constructed in the early 1300s, as per the Chiemsee-Alpenland Tourism Association. The outer bailey was erected in the 15th and 16th centuries. In the 16th and 17th centuries, a massive expansion took place. However, the complex was destroyed by fires by the end of the 18th century.
From 2016 to 2019, Falkenstein Castle was extensively renovated at a cost of roughly one million euros, says the district administration. At this point, they'll have discussions with the State Office for Monument Protection about what should be done next.
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The Deluge in Bavaria, specifically in the area around Rosenheim, led to significant climate changes, resulting in heavy rain and storms that caused floods. The castle of Falkenstein, a popular hiking spot located in the Petersberg monument complex, was severely affected by this weather event. The renovations, completed in 2019 at a cost of one million euros, are now under threat due to the storm and flood damage. The Flintsbach region, known for its picturesque landscapes, also experienced this climate disruption.
