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Burganlage

castle complex, castle and its associated structures

noun BOORK-ahn-lah-ge Rare
Travel & Places Landmarks

Usage Note

Burganlage encompasses the full ensemble of a medieval Burg: keep (Bergfried), residential buildings (Palas), courtyard (Burghof), and walls (Ringmauer). Many partly ruined Burganlagen are popular excursion destinations.

Examples

"Die Burganlage auf dem Hügel wurde im zwölften Jahrhundert erbaut."

Natural Translation

The castle complex on the hill was built in the twelfth century.

Literal Translation

The castle complex on the hill was built in the twelfth century.

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