Haut-Kœnigsbourg Castle
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A medieval castle built in the 12th century, witness to centuries of conflicts, and famously reconstructed by Kaiser Wilhelm II to fit his romanticized vision of the Middle Ages.

📜 Medieval castle in Alsace, France, fully restored.
🔍 Located on a rocky spur in the Vosges forest, offers panoramic views.

Why Go

🏰 Immerse in medieval history and architecture and 900 years of rich history.
🖼️ Explore numerous towers, dungeons, halls, furnished flats, weapons room, and keep.
👀 Enjoy grandiose panorama of Alsace plain, Vosges, and Black Forest (including Rhine).
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Educational and engaging for families and history buffs.

Why Avoid

🚶‍♀️ 300 steps, may be challenging for some.
👶 Not suitable for pushchairs, baby carrier advised.
⚠️ Can get crowded, especially on weekends and with tour buses/peak periods.

Tips

⏰ Visit early to avoid crowds, especially on weekends.
🎟️ Online ticket purchase recommended during peak periods.
👟 Wear walking shoes and warm/wet weather clothing.
🚌 Shuttle bus available from Sélestat station.

Cost

💰 Adults 12€, youth (6-17) 8€, under 6 free. Group (20+ people) 8€, School group 2€. Family (2 adults + 2 children) 30€. Free 1st Sunday (Nov-Mar) and European Heritage Days.

Hours

🕒 Daily, hours vary by season. Specific hours: Jan-Mar: Mon 10:30-12:00, 13:00-17:00; Tue-Sun 09:30-12:00, 13:00-17:00. Apr-Jun, Sep-Dec: Mon 10:30-18:00; Tue-Sun 09:30-18:00. Jul-Aug: Mon 10:30-19:00; Tue-Sun 09:00-19:00. Closed Jan 1, May 1, Dec 25, Dec 26.

🅿️ ParkingBicycle parking available.

🚻 ToiletsToilets available.

🗣️ LanguagesFrench, German, English spoken.

🍽️ RestaurantCatering for groups on site.

👟 EquipmentWalking shoes, warm and wet weather clothing recommended.

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