Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg Tickets

Discover 900 years of history with your ticket to the Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg, a restored medieval fortress in the Vosges Mountains.

Why Visit The Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg?

At the indicated time, visit the Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg, a medieval fortress rich in history. Built by the Hohenstaufen family in the 12th century, it has changed hands through various rulers, including the Habsburgs. After being abandoned for centuries post destruction in the Thirty Years' War, Wilhelm II of Germany restored it in 1900 through expert Bodo Ebhardt. The castle serves as a historical monument and educational site, welcoming over half a million visitors annually. Your ticket grants access to a self-guided tour where you can explore the lower courtyard, the castle's inn, forge, mill, and more while learning about its past as a stronghold.

Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg Opening Hours

The Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg is open during these hours:

January, February and March: 9:30 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 5 pmApril, May, June, September, October, November, and December: 9:30 am to 6 pmJuly and August: 9 am to 7 pm

Final admission is 1 hour before closing. The castle is closed on January 1st and December 25th and 26th. On Mondays, the castle opens at 10:30 am.

Free Admission

Free admission is available on the first Sunday of each month from November to March, and during European Heritage Days.

Additional Info

No mobile network is available at the castle; download tickets in advance.The route includes 300 steps of varying heights, starting at the ticket control point.