Vianden Castle

Éislek © Eifel Tourismus GmbH - Dominik Ketz
Useldange Castle

Guttland © Pancake! Photographie

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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  • © Alfonso Salgueiro
    Luxembourg, old quarters and fortifications
    Immerse yourself in the living history of the UNESCO-protected Luxembourg Old Town.
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  • © Thibaud Bastien
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    Larochette Castle
    Immerse yourself in the medieval history of Larochette Castle.
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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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  • Wëlwerwoltzer Schlass – Estate ruins
    In the annals of Luxembourg's history, Wilwerwiltz Castle stands as a silent witness to the passage of time, its story woven through centuries of nobility, renovation, and cultural heritage.
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  • © Christian Millen / LFT
    Grand Ducal Palace
    Town residence of the Grand Duke
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  • © Nienke Krook
    Bock Casemates
    Bock Casemates: a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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  • © Jason Critchell MOTO / LFT
    Bourglinster Castle
    A renowned restaurant is within the castle walls.
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  • © ORT Éislek
    Schorels Castle
    Discover the freely accessible ruins of this medieval 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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  • © Visit Éislek
    Clervaux Castle
    Discover Clervaux Castle, built in the 12th century and restored after the Second World War. Admire the exhibitions in the castle, including the Museum of the Battle of the Bulge, the model buildings of Luxembourg castles and the photo exhibition "The Family of Man".
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