Reuland Castle

Burg-Reuland, Belgium

Reuland Castle in Burg-Reuland, near the border of Germany, was probably built after 1148 by the von Reuland nobles. The castle was sold in 1322 to Count John the Blind and the King of Bohemia. On May 24, 1384, King Wenzel of Luxembourg designated Edmund von Engelsdorf the Secretary of the Treasury of Luxembourg, and donated the Castle and the Reuland Domain to him.

The castle's origins can be traced to the 9th and 10th centuries. The entire complex has been modified significantly since then, most importantly to adapt its defences to artillery attacks in the 15th century. Although it was destroyed by French revolutionary troops at the end of the 18th century, it has recently been restored to its former medieval glory.

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Burg-Reuland, Belgium

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Founded: 1148
Category: Castles and fortifications in Belgium

More Information

en.wikipedia.org
www.belgium-tourism.be

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Vittal Rao (18 months ago)
Nice ruins and history. Free to access and well marked. Could use some cleaning up and better toilet, parking infrastructure

Pascal Land (2 years ago)
Free to visit, Burg Reuland is a very nice and cosy place. Highly recommend to visit if you are in the area.

Bongi (3 years ago)
Spectacular views, well maintained and so much fun with kids.

agti agti (4 years ago)
Nice place, free entrance

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