Top Things to do in Alsace
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The 10 Best Castles in Alsace, Grand Est
Discover the best top things to do in Alsace, France including Chateau du Freonsbourg, Chateau du Wasigenstein, Chateau du Haut Koenigsbourg, Chateau Fort de Fleckenstein, Ortenbourg Castle, Le Domaine De La Leonardsau, Chateau du Hagelschloss, Chateau Girsberg, Le Chateau des Comtes d'Eguisheim, Chateau du Wasenbourg.
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1. Chateau du Freonsbourg
2. Chateau du Wasigenstein
3. Chateau du Haut Koenigsbourg
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,211 reviews
This fairy tale castle looks down majestically across the Alsace plain for more then 850 years. Towering at 757 m over picture perfect villages and colourful vineyards, it is one of France's most widely visited castles. Restored in the early 20th century, its current state reflects how it looked in the 15th century. Passing the main gate of the impressive Haut-Koenigsbourg is to enter the medieval world. An enjoyable and breathtaking experience! The castle is open all year round except 1 January, 1 May, 10 July (Tour de France 2019) and 25 December.
Reviewed By andreit258 - Ploiesti, Romania
If you go in Alsace this is one of the things to see on that trip. A restored castle on top of a beautiful hill, where from you can see the surrounding vineyards Beautiful
4. Chateau Fort de Fleckenstein
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 233 reviews
Reviewed By damiend0g2013 - Heidelberg, Germany
We love castles and we love ruins so this castle ruin did not disappoint at all! This one has been on our list for a couple years and we finally made the trip down. Just incredible all around. From the easy parking to starting up the hill to the base there was information being taught. You learn about how they made charcoal. The base camp had a nice souvenir store and cafe. We payed to play a game with the kids on our way to the castle and had a great time! I highly suggest doing the Castle of Challenges with Hugo game! We all had fun finding clues and solving the questions on the “long way” up. When we got to the castle, it was very impressive. Information boards everywhere about the area and the game continues to teach you and continue the fun! Incredible views from the top! Such a cool castle! When you finish your game be sure you make time to check your answers back at the P’tit Fleck and get a fun picture taken as your prize! Wear good shoes for climbing as the sandstone and stairs are a little slippery. Also if you have a full day, you can hike to 3 other castles close by which we will do next time. Another quick fact we found interesting as we are living in Heidelberg and love our castle there, the French general responsible for the destruction of Fleckenstein is also responsible for the complete destruction of the surrounding castles and Heidelberg castle.
5. Ortenbourg Castle
6. Le Domaine De La Leonardsau
7. Chateau du Hagelschloss
8. Chateau Girsberg
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 121 reviews
9. Le Chateau des Comtes d'Eguisheim
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By fiamma11 - Vienna, United States
Originally, the castle was built by the Counts of Eguisheim. At one time, it was surrounded by a moat which was filled in by the 18th century. A fire in 1877 damaged the houses built in the castle courtyard as well as the castle which remained in runs for many years. In 1885, it was bought by the Bishop of Strasbourg who wanted to build a chapel dedicated to Saint Leo. The remains of the keep were destroyed and the chapel built in its place, the residence at the south of the site was also restored. A picturesque spot in a picturesque village.
