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High Medieval chimneys, although often the focal point of contemporary representative buildings, are rarely a topic of construction history. More often they appear in art or architectural history where they are discussed regarding their style and ornamentation. It is however worthwhile to examine these important representative objects with the tools of the construction historian. In them, we can find important information regarding the contemporary craftsmanship and skills. Based on extensive firsthand examinations and building archaeology this paper aims to discuss the planning and building process of the highly complex cut-stone chimney system in the keep of Schönburg Castle (1201 CE) using new methods of reverse engineering.