Boelare Castle

Geraardsbergen, Belgium

Boelare Castle is a castle near the village Nederboelare, Geraardsbergen municipality, in the province of East Flanders. It used to be the seat of the feudal domain Land and Barony of Boelare. The oldest recording of the name Boelare dates back to the 11th century, but the domain is probably older.

Some indications point to a first castle in Boelare in the 9th century. However, the structure of the current castle buildings dates back to 1605. In 1983, the buildings were renovated, and are currently housing a home for elderly people.

References:

Wikipedia

Castles and fortifications in Belgium

Address

Zakkaai 73, Nederboelare, Geraardsbergen, Belgium

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Details

Founded: 1605
Category: Castles and fortifications in Belgium

More Information

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Rating

4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Patricia De Meyer (5 years ago)
Fantastic for walking with the dogs

Herman Spaargaren (5 years ago)
Nice for walking. Otherwise moderately maintained, but worth a visit.

Michael Petersen (6 years ago)
Excellent museum and history of the castle

Sven van hecke (6 years ago)
Normally not open to the public.

Hilde De Sutter (6 years ago)
Beautiful castle grounds, currently being renovated.

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