Rheinstein Castle: A Vine-Covered Sentinel

The imposing ruins of Burg Rheinstein stand sentinel over the steep vineyards of Assmannshausen, Germany. This iconic castle, part of the UNESCO World Heritage site "Rhine Castles from Mainz to Cologne," showcases the region's rich history and its enduring connection to viticulture.

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Camera & Exposure

Camera: SONY DSLR-A700
Lens: 70-200mm F2.8
Aperture: 71/10
Shutter: 1/320
Focal Length: 1800/10
Flash: 16
White Balance: 1
Exposure Program: 4
Metering: 5

Image

Dimensions: 3000 × 2000 px
Date Taken: June 13, 2009 at 5:07 AM
GPS: 49°58'45.7"N 7°52'40.9"E

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Location

City: Assmanshausen
Country: Germany

Credits

Author: Evgeny Drokov
Credit: Evgeny Drokov
Source: Evgeny Drokov

Content

Headline: Rheinstein Castle: A Vine-Covered Sentinel
Title: Rheinstein Castle: A Vine-Covered Sentinel

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