Aspremont-Lynden Castle

Lanaken, Belgium

Aspremont-Lynden Castle, on the site of a mediaeval predecessor, was constructed by the noble family of d'Aspremont Lynden, Counts of Rekem, in the early 17th century, in the style of the Maasland Renaissance. The building served during the 19th and 20th centuries as a prison and a psychiatric hospital.

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Castles and fortifications in Belgium

Address

Kanaalstraat 10, Lanaken, Belgium

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Details

Founded: 17th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Belgium

More Information

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Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

henricus eickenbomm (2 years ago)
it says the castle is open, thursday, friday saturday, from 11am to 6pm, not so you go there for nothing.!!!

Anne Jansen (3 years ago)
A great exhibition in these old walls, has not been so enthusiastic for a long time, always worthwhile, and deserves five stars for me. ??

Eric Polaster (3 years ago)
If there on display an ideal location. The effort

Ivo Ebel (3 years ago)
Phenomenal exposition of various artists, modern, original. 5E Ticket is ridiculous

Lilian Steenhuisen (3 years ago)
Super beautiful dilapidated castle .... What an atmosphere .... And it is full of the most beautiful works of art from Aug 14 to September 12

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