Altes Schloss Ochsenburg

Zaberfeld, Germany, Germany

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Altes Schloss Ochsenburg was a historic castle and later Renaissance manor located in the village of Ochsenburg, now part of Zaberfeld in Baden-Württemberg.

The original hilltop castle was likely built between the 11th and 12th centuries by the Lords of Ochsenberg and later passed through the hands of several noble families, including the Lords of Sternenfels. During the Renaissance, the medieval fortress was transformed into a more comfortable noble residence.

However, the castle and much of the complex were gradually demolished during the 19th century, leaving only a few associated structures, such as the former castle cellar and granary, as reminders of the site’s past. Today, the former castle site remains an important part of Ochsenburg’s heritage. Historic traces can still be found throughout the village, including preserved buildings and reused stonework from the old castle, reflecting the area's long and rich history.