Bourscheid castle
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Castles & Fortresses

Take a journey through time

Whether restored splendour or ruins, the buildings from an earlier era are reminders of the country's powerful past - and all have their own unique charm. They house delightful hotels, renowned restaurants and important exhibitions, and are also venues for festivals and concerts.

Wander through meadows and forests along the ‘Valley of the Seven Castles’ national hiking trail. Other paths and trails also lead to magnificent buildings. Enjoy breath-taking views over the treetops and the Sûre Valley from the heights of Bourscheid Castle. Visit Larochette Castle, high upon a rocky crag above the picturesque village of the same name and the valley of the White Ernz. The world of knights in armour can be experienced at first hand at mediaeval festivals – the best known of which is held at Vianden Castle.

History buffs will not want to miss the forts, bastions and casemates of Luxembourg City’s fortifications. They are a reminder of the period between the 16th and 19th centuries, when Luxembourg was a fortress and regarded as the ‘Gibraltar of the North’. What was once one of the most important fortresses in Europe is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.

The magic of castles in Luxembourg

A castle is poetry cast in stone. Everyone who visits castles and fortresses in Luxembourg can feel it. The spirit of the past whistles around their walls. And the history of many ages stands on their foundations. And more than that…

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  • ©SIP
    Schengen Castle
    The castle in Schengen dates back to a moated castle from the 13th century.
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  • ©Christian Millen / LFT
    Grand Ducal Palace
    Town residence of the Grand Duke
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  • ©Binsfeld / Luxembourg City Tourist Office
    Petrusse Casemates
    The origins of the Pétrusse Casemates date back to the time when the Spanish modernised the medieval fortifications and built large bastions such as that of the Beck, whose platform is currently occupied by the Place de la Constitution.
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  • ©Evolumina / Visit Luxembourg
    Useldange Castle
    Useldange Castle
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  • ©Visit Éislek
    Bettendorf Castle
    Bettendorf Castle, with its roots dating back to the 14th century, stands as a baroque masterpiece built in 1728, weaving a tale of noble families, medieval grandeur, and architectural richness, offering a glimpse into the region's captivating history.
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  • Septfontaines Castle
    Castle with massive renaissance tower in Septfontaines
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  • ©Anne Lommel
    Bourglinster Castle
    Bourglinster Castle was built in the 12th century and acquired by the Luxembourg State in 1968, which carried out consolidation and restoration work until 1988.
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  • Koerich Castle - Gréiweschlass
    Koerich Castle - Gréiweschlass
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  • ©Visit Éislek
    Wiltz Castle
    Discover the imposing Wiltz Castle! Explore the Museum of the Art of Brewing and the Battle of the Bulge Museum and experience cultural events in the charming amphitheatre against this historic backdrop.
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  • ©Visit Luxembourg
    Hesperange Castle
    The castle is freely accessible all year round.
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