Château de Bilstein

Description

The Château de Bilstein is a castle ruin in the municipality of Riquewihr. The origin of the castle dates from the 12th century, with additional building work done in the 14th century. The castle was destroyed in 1636.

The ruin is near to that of another castle ruin, Château de Reichenstein, both popular hiking destinations. The ruin of Chateau de Bilstein lies just off GR 5.

Address
Riquewihr, France

Established
12th century

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