Bollendorf Castle

Bollendorf, Germany

Bollendorf Castle was mentioned already in 716 AD when it was acquired by Echternach monastery. The curtain wall and round tower date from the Middle Ages, the current appearance was created in 1619 and 1739-1776.

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Founded: 8th century AD
Category: Castles and fortifications in Germany
Historical period: Part of The Frankish Empire (Germany)

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4.2/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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bri ba (2 years ago)
Beautiful place to stay for a few days. Clean rooms, quiet also if on the backside. Breakfast sober but good enough. Dinner no surprises.
Sylas Piano (6 years ago)
Nice setting. Had a lovely caesar salad there. Friendly staff.
Thomas Mortimer (6 years ago)
Interesting concept, we were in the tower suite and it was a very large and clean room. The view was nice too. However for what you get, I feel it's too expensive. The breakfast was OK, cold meats, cheeses, yoghurt, fruits and muesli style cereal. The only cooked item was scrambled egg or a boiled egg. We also ate at the restaurant and the food was tasty and cooked well, but again nothing special. I could have gone to a local small restaurant and had similar for a cheaper price. All in all, it's nice but not something I would say is a must see.
Nicolas Uytenbogaart (7 years ago)
Lovely hotel with some authentic and beautiful rooms.
Iris Burks (9 years ago)
We always stay in the bungalows. Very friendly staff, nice German cuisine.
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