Olsene Castle

Zulte, Belgium

Olsene Castle was built in 1854 to the site of 15th century castle. The current castle was completed in Neo-Renaissance style in 1859.

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Founded: 1854
Category: Castles and fortifications in Belgium

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Joris Jamroziak (4 years ago)
Peter van Topbestemming België (5 years ago)
Nice castle. Only the owner does everything to hide it from the view of the passers-by
Stefaan Vermeersch (6 years ago)
MIGUEL ARANDA ESTEBAN (7 years ago)
Es un castillo mágico precioso entorno y por la noche es un espectáculo verle
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