page_title: Frankenstein Castle
section_title: Magnetic phenomena near the castle
hierarchical_section_title: Frankenstein Castle / Legends and myths / Magnetic phenomena near the castle
caption_attribution_description: English: Magnetic stone near Burg FrankensteinDeutsch: Magnetische Steine nahe Burg Frankenstein
context_page_description: Frankenstein Castle is a hilltop castle in the Odenwald overlooking the city of Darmstadt in Germany. It is thought that this castle may have been an inspiration for Mary Shelley when she wrote her 1818 Gothic novel Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus.
context_section_description: In a remote part of the forest behind Frankenstein Castle on 417 meter high Mount Ilbes, compasses do not work properly due to magnetic stone formations of natural origin. Local nature enthusiasts and witchcraft practitioners are said to perform rituals at these magnetic places on special occasions like Walpurgis Night or summer solstice. The magnetic stones can be visited by everyone, but it is advisable not to disturb ongoing ritual activities at any means. Legend has it that Mount Ilbes is the second most important meeting place for witches in Germany after Mount Brocken in the Harz.
caption: Magnetic stones at Frankenstein
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