Hohlandsbourg Castle
Located at an altitude of 620 metres, on the mountainous border between Alsace and Lorraine, the natural belvedere where the Hohlandsbourg castle stands is a strategic site that has been occupied since the Bronze Age (around 1300 to 750 BC) and has been coveted since time immemorial. It offers a unique 360° view over the Alsace Plain and the Black Forest.
It was built in 1279 by the architect Siegfrid of Gundolsheim, then provost of Colmar, under the orders of Rudolf of Habsburg, to guard the western borders of Austria and the imperial town of Colmar. The Obserchloss, the main defensive element and upper castle, was also built at this time. Two years after its construction, it was burnt down during a revolt by the citizens of Colmar.
It was gradually modernised in the 14th and 15th centuries by the Counts of Lupfen, who owned the feud from 1410 onwards. In the 16th century, Lazarus of Schwendi, a general and adviser to Emperor Maximilian II of Habsburg, bought it in 1563 and modernised it. He adapted the artillery defence and added a northern bastion.
During the Thirty Years' War, the castle was dismantled. First the Swedes took it in 1633, then French troops dismantled it on the orders of Richelieu in 1637.
The Hohlandsbourg castle has been classified as a Historic Monument since 1840 and has undergone numerous restoration works in order to make it possible for the public to visit. It is now the largest heritage monument of the Habsburg family in Upper Alsace.
Route des Cinq Châteaux
68920
Wintzenheim
03 89 30 10 20
chateau-hohlandsbourg@alsace.eu
www.chateau-hohlandsbourg.com
Visit of the Hohlandsbourg Castle
Hohlandsbourg is a fortified castle brimming with history! Follow your guide through this unique site and enjoy the re-enactments. Bonus: a 360° breathtaking view of the region.
Entertainment, education, construction, creation, etc., are all themes that will be addressed throughout the season through shows and workshops.
Information
Please note that Halloween events must be booked in advance, including for Pass'Alsace holders. All you have to do is select the free admission option (and present your Pass to show proof of entitlement). Book here.
Opening hours
http://chateau-hohlandsbourg.com/horaires
Reopening on 5 April 2025!
Days OPEN from 10am to 6pm except Mondays at certain times >> see opening hours <<
Winter closure from 3 November 2025!
Public price
Adult : €10.00Kid : €8.00
Price with the pass
Adult : FreeKid : Free
Rendez-vous aux jardins
From 7 to 8 June 2025
Animation ponctuelle
Free
Dans le cadre de l’opération nationale « Rendez-vous aux jardins » initiée par le ministère de la Culture, le château participe à la 22e édition placée sous le thème « Jardins de pierres – pierres de jardins ».
Les visiteurs pourront participer à l’atelier original des Galets Voyageurs : chacun est invité à décorer un galet, y inscrire un message et le laisser voyager… Une manière poétique et créative de semer la joie tout en explorant le lien entre nature et patrimoine.
Samedi 7 et dimanche 8 juin
De 10h30 à 12h et de 13h30 à 17h30
Activité en accès libre,
Château du Hohlandsbourg
Château du Hohlandsbourg
68920 Wintzenheim
France
Elsass Fan Day
22 June 2025 at 10:00
Animation ponctuelle
Free
À l’occasion de la Journée Mondiale des amoureux de l’Alsace, le château du Hohlandsbourg fête l’Elsass Fan Day avec deux jours d’avance !
Le public est convié à un spectacle de théâtre d’ombres bilingue (français / alsacien) intitulé « Du vitrail, de l’ombre à la lumière ». Ce récit poétique retrace l’univers du vitrail, son symbolisme, son histoire et ses techniques de fabrication. À l’issue de la représentation, chacun pourra réaliser son propre vitrail en papier translucide.
Dimanche 22 juin • Séances à 11h et 15h30 • 1h • dès 3 ans
Activité sans supplément au droit d’entrée
Sur réservation du lundi au vendredi au +33 (0)3 89 30 10 20
Ou par mail à contact@chateau-hohlandsbourg.com
Château du Hohlandsbourg
Château du Hohlandsbourg
France
Get involved !
From 13 July to 24 August 2025
Animation ponctuelle
Free
Every day from July 13 to August 24, except on Saturdays, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
In an enchanting setting, discover how commitment—whether personal or collective—shaped lives and social structures in the Middle Ages and how it echoes the concerns of today's world.
1. Show: "The Unexpected Inheritance"
Immerse yourself in the thrilling adventures of four siblings, each with strong personalities, brought together by a surprising and highly coveted inheritance. With paths diverging into religious, military, artisanal, and commercial commitments, they must reconcile their differences to overcome challenges.
Action, humor, and suspense intertwine in this story, where only the spirit of collaboration can preserve their precious legacy and lead them to a happy ending.
Three performances per day: 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 5:30 PM • 45 min
2. Educational, Fun, and Creative Workshops for the Whole Family (**)
2.1. Trades in the Middle Ages
Discover, through this theatrical "story-conference," the medieval trades shaped by the strict rules of guilds, corporations, and brotherhoods, all built on solidarity and mutual aid.
Performances at: 12:10 PM, 2:10 PM, and 4:10 PM • 30 min
From 7 years old
2.2. The Scriptorium
Take part in a medieval calligraphy workshop, where you can write symbolic commitment letters using traditional tools. Immerse yourself in the world of scribes and leave with your own personal creation.
2.3. Military Commitment
Young knights, learn the art of war and discover combat techniques along with the values of courage and loyalty.
For children aged 3 to 12
2.4. The Game Where You Are the Herald
Navigate a labyrinth and take part in an immersive role-playing game, where your symbolic choices lead to concrete actions on themes such as love, education, or war.
2.5. Photocall
In a unique setting, take pictures with our original accessories and share them on your social media!
Come and explore this rich and varied program, celebrating commitment in all its forms!
(*) Ticket office and shop close at 6:30 PM
(**) Open continuously from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, except during actors' meal breaks (organized in shifts) and the 1-hour-15-minute slots dedicated to performances
Château du Hohlandsbourg
Château du Hohlandsbourg
68 Wintzenheim
France
+33 (0) 389301020
chateau-hohlandsbourg@alsace.eu
Access conditions
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GPS : 48°03'36.0"N 7°16'09.0"E
48.060000, 7.269167