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Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg Tickets

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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, where you'll step into 900 years of history. Perched high in the Vosges Mountains, this medieval fortress is noteworthy. Built by the Hohenstaufen family in the 12th century, it has undergone many transformations over the centuries through various owners, including the Habsburgs in the 15th century. After its destruction in the Thirty Years' War and subsequent abandonment, the Château was restored in 1900 by Wilhelm II of Germany, under the expertise of Bodo Ebhardt. Today, it serves as both a historical monument and an educational site, attracting over half a million visitors annually. Your ticket grants you access to a self-guided tour where you can explore the lower courtyard, castle's inn, forge, mill, furnished chambers, and ancient drawbridges, enhancing your understanding of the castle's historical significance.

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 the castle closes. Note that the castle is closed on January 1st and December 25th and 26th.

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, so download your tickets in advance.The route includes 300 steps of varying heights and orientations, with the first staircase at the ticket control point.

Inklusive

  • Admission to the Château du Haut–Koenigsbourg

Nicht inklusive

  • Audio guide: 4EUR per person

Standort

Aktivitätsort

Haut-Koenigsbourg Chateau, D159, 67600 Orschwiller, France

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