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castle
A large fortified structure from the Middle Ages, often built on a mountain or hill, which served as a residence for nobles as well as for defense.
Vom Turm der alten Burg hat man eine fantastische Aussicht über das ganze Tal.
From the tower of the old castle, you have a fantastic view over the whole valley.
castle / refuge
In a figurative sense, a safe, protected place or a private retreat.
Sein Zuhause ist seine Burg, in die er sich gerne zurückzieht.
His home is his castle, where he likes to retreat.
'Burg' (castle) is a common base word for compounds related to medieval fortresses. Examples are 'die Burgmauer' (castle wall), 'der Burghof' (castle courtyard), or 'das Burgfräulein' (castle maiden).
Vom Burghof aus führte eine Treppe auf die Mauern.
From the castle courtyard, a staircase led up to the walls.
'Die Burg' means 'castle' or 'fortress'. Do not confuse it with the English word 'burg', which refers to a town or settlement, often in historical names like Hamburg or Pittsburgh.
Die alte Burg thront hoch über der Stadt.
The old castle towers high above the city.
You can say both 'auf der Burg' (at/on the castle grounds) and 'in der Burg' (inside the castle). 'Auf der Burg' often describes being on the entire castle grounds, especially if it is located on a mountain. 'In der Burg' emphasizes that you are inside the buildings.
Auf der Burg findet jedes Jahr ein Mittelaltermarkt statt.
A medieval market takes place at the castle every year.
The saying 'Mein Zuhause ist meine Burg' (my home is my castle) is very well known. It expresses that one's own home is a safe and private retreat where one feels protected.
Am Wochenende verlässt er seine Burg nur selten.
On the weekend, he rarely leaves his castle.
castle / lock
Schloss and Burg can both refer to historic residences of nobles. However, a Burg is a fortified structure that also served for defense, while a Schloss is primarily a large, representative residence. For historic sites, the traditional name is decisive.
Der Ritter lebte in einer befestigten Burg und verteidigte sie gegen Angriffe.
The knight lived in a fortified castle and defended it against attacks.
Der Fürst empfing seine Gäste in einem repräsentativen Schloss.
The prince received his guests in a grand castle.
