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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