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 built in the 12th century by the Hohenstaufen family. Throughout its history, the castle changed ownership among influential rulers, including the Habsburgs in the 15th century. After being abandoned and destroyed during the Thirty Years' War, it was restored in 1900 by Wilhelm II of Germany, who entrusted the project to Bodo Ebhardt. The castle now serves as both a historical monument and an educational site, attracting over half a million visitors annually.

Your ticket allows access to a self-guided tour. Explore the lower courtyard, castle inn, forge, and mill. Climb spiral staircases to furnished chambers, cross drawbridges, and immerse yourself in the castle's rich history.

Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg Opening Hours

The Château is open at the following times:

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.

Free Admission

Free admission is offered 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; please download tickets in advance.The route includes 300 steps of varying heights and orientations, starting at the ticket control point.