This Castle Was Built In The Thirteenth Century And Is Speculated To Be The Inspiration For Frankenstein

After learning about the history behind the castle, it’s easy to see why people believe that Mary’s book was based on Dippel and the Frankenstein Castle.

It’s possible that Mary had heard tales circulating about the seemingly mad scientist and caught glimpses of the fortress’s looming towers in the distance while visiting Germany, which may have led to the idea for her novel.

But it’s all speculation and, unfortunately, cannot be confirmed. Although we may never know the answer, it still makes for a captivating story.

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