Matthias Hultsch

Barracks IV

Kaserne IV
  • part of the system of casemates created between 1767 and 1832
  • used to accommodate soldiers, prisoners of war and other military prisoners, as well as for the defence of the fortress


Today

The barracks is part of the casemate system constructed from 1767 to 1832. These casemates stem from three construction periods. On the lower floor, portal embrasures and mason’s marks indicate a construction in the late 16th century. The upper casemates were built after the Seven Years‘ War (1756 - 1763). The Barracks IV accommodated soldiers, prisoners of war, and military prisoners and also served for defence.

Festung Königstein gGmbH
01824 Königstein

Phone: +49 (0)35021 64 607
info@festung-koenigstein.de

Opening hours

April - October 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
November - March 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Last admission 1 hour before closing time