Hohlandsbourg Castle

Located at an altitude of 620 metres, on the mountainous border between Alsace and Lorraine, the natural belvedere where the Hohlandsbourg castle stands is a strategic site that has been occupied since the Bronze Age (around 1300 to 750 BC) and has been coveted since time immemorial. It offers a unique 360° view over the Alsace Plain and the Black Forest.

It was built in 1279 by the architect Siegfrid of Gundolsheim, then provost of Colmar, under the orders of Rudolf of Habsburg, to guard the western borders of Austria and the imperial town of Colmar. The Obserchloss, the main defensive element and upper castle, was also built at this time. Two years after its construction, it was burnt down during a revolt by the citizens of Colmar.

It was gradually modernised in the 14th and 15th centuries by the Counts of Lupfen, who owned the feud from 1410 onwards. In the 16th century, Lazarus of Schwendi, a general and adviser to Emperor Maximilian II of Habsburg, bought it in 1563 and modernised it. He adapted the artillery defence and added a northern bastion.

During the Thirty Years' War, the castle was dismantled. First the Swedes took it in 1633, then French troops dismantled it on the orders of Richelieu in 1637.

The Hohlandsbourg castle has been classified as a Historic Monument since 1840 and has undergone numerous restoration works in order to make it possible for the public to visit. It is now the largest heritage monument of the Habsburg family in Upper Alsace.

Contact
Location

Route des Cinq Châteaux
68920 Wintzenheim

03 89 30 10 20
chateau-hohlandsbourg@alsace.eu
www.chateau-hohlandsbourg.com

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Visit of the Hohlandsbourg Castle

Castles

Hohlandsbourg is a fortified castle brimming with history! Follow your guide through this unique site and enjoy the re-enactments. Bonus: a 360° breathtaking view of the region.

Entertainment, education, construction, creation, etc., are all themes that will be addressed throughout the season through shows and workshops.

Information

Please note that Halloween events must be booked in advance, including for Pass'Alsace holders. All you have to do is select the free admission option (and present your Pass to show proof of entitlement). Book here.

Opening hours

http://chateau-hohlandsbourg.com/horaires

Reopening on 5 April 2025!

Days OPEN from 10am to 6pm except Mondays at certain times >> see opening hours <<

Winter closure from 3 November 2025!

Public price

Adult : €10.00
Kid : €8.00

Price with the pass

Adult : Free
Kid : Free

Easter Traditions in Alsace – A Treasure Hunt Adventure

From 7 to 21 April 2025

Festivités de Pâques

Adult : €2.00 - Kid : €2.00

From April 7 to 10 and April 14 to 21.
Set off on a fun treasure hunt through the castle and discover the customs and legends surrounding Easter in Alsace! Solve riddles along the way, and each child will receive a surprise at the end.

WINTZENHEIM
Route des Cinq Châteaux
France

03 89 30 10 20

Creative Parent-Child Workshop

From 14 to 21 April 2025

Pour les enfants

Free

From stained glass, from shadow to light!
Let yourself be carried away by a poetic tale brought to life in a shadow theatre, uncover the secrets of lighting in castles of the past, then get hands-on and create your own stained-glass artwork using translucent paper.
A bright and creative activity for young and old alike!
April 7–10 & 14–17: 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM
April 18–21: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM & 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM

WINTZENHEIM
Route des Cinq Châteaux
France

0389301020

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