Country Germany Admin. region Oberpfalz Time zone CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2) Population 5,212 (31 Dec 2008) Postal code 92355 Administrative region Upper Palatinate | State Bavaria Elevation 492 m (1,614 ft) Area 175.6 km² Local time Sunday 12:37 AM Dialling code 09182 | |
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District Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz Weather 12°C, Wind NW at 8 km/h, 69% Humidity | ||
Velburg is a town in the district of Neumarkt in Bavaria, Germany. It is situated 17 km southeast of Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz, and 39 km northwest of Regensburg.
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Map of 92355 Velburg, Germany
Castle
The town of Velburg has a castle ruin which occupies the highest point of land. The castle is triangular in outline, with a central keep which is nearly intact, having been partly restored. The altitude of the castle is 621.5 meters. The castle was initially constructed in 1129. The castle was captured and damaged in 1633 during the Thirty Years War after which it was abandoned. The city bought the castle in 1793, and many attempts were made to restore it, with the most successful attempt being in 1986, which was the last restoration to date.
Trails
Velburg is located in a scenic area with many walking trails, including the Eastern portion of the Main-Danube Trail.
Accommodations
Accommodations in the Velburg village include the historic Hotel zur Post.