Born Castle

Born, Luxembourg

Born Castle dates from 1286 when the Lords of Born lived there. In particular, they were associated with the families of Hattstein, Faust d'Aschaffenbourg and de Villers. Today's castle was built on the old site in the 18th century and is privately owned.

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Haaptstrooss 17, Born, Luxembourg
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Founded: 1740
Category: Castles and fortifications in Luxembourg

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Fam. Peeters- Senecaut (3 years ago)
Patrick Ewing (4 years ago)
Beautiful castle, but private you cannot enter it
Jeanclaude Jacobs (4 years ago)
Simone Krischler (6 years ago)
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