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. Historic courtyards, chambers, and more await!

Why Visit The Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg?

At the indicated time, make your way to Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg. The castle, built by the Hohenstaufen family in the 12th century, has changed hands multiple times, including to the Habsburgs in the 15th century. After being abandoned due to destruction in the Thirty Years' War, it was restored in 1900 by Wilhelm II of Germany, who entrusted the project to Bodo Ebhardt. The castle, a historical monument and educational landmark, is visited by over half a million people each year.

Your ticket grants you access to a self-guided tour. Explore the lower courtyard, castle inn, forge, and mill. Visit the lord’s furnished chambers, cross ancient drawbridges, and wander through historic rooms to gain insight into the castle's past as a powerful stronghold.

Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg Opening Hours

The Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg is open at the following times:

January, February and March: from 9:30 am to 12 pm and from 1 pm to 5 pmApril, May, June, September, October, November, and December: from 9:30 am to 6 pmJuly and August: from 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, opening is at 10:30 am.

Free Admission

On the first Sunday of each month from November to March, and during European Heritage Days, admission is free for all visitors.

Additional Info

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