When was Bollwiller castle built?

The castle was constructed in two phases: the northern section dates to the mid-16th century, while the southern wing was added in 1589.

What original architectural features remain?

A medieval tower, originally serving as an entrance passage, survives within the castle structure, bearing witness to occupation predating the Renaissance period.

Does the castle retain interior decoration?

Yes, the first floor features coffered ceilings and traces of 18th-century decoration, evidencing later modifications to the original construction.

Château de Bollwiller

Bollwiller Castle

Bollwiller

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Where: Bollwiller

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Château de Bollwiller stands in Bollwiller (Haut-Rhin), in the Grand Est region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 16th century). No visits are on record for this building.

Bollwiller castle is a Renaissance plainland residence built in two major phases during the 16th century. First constructed in its northern section around 1550, it expanded southward in 1589, doubling its footprint. The site has preserved traces of its more distant past, notably a medieval tower that served as an entrance passage, and retains the moats that once surrounded it.

What to know

The castle has been registered as a historic monument since 2007, a designation covering the entire building, the original entrance tower, and the historic grounds with former moats.
The interior preserves coffered ceilings and 18th-century decorative elements that reflect later modifications to the Renaissance structure.
No information regarding opening hours, admission fees, or visiting conditions is available.

Where this château is

Bollwiller · Haut-Rhin · Grand Est

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68540 Bollwiller

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA68000053
Period of construction: 16th century

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When was Bollwiller castle built?: The castle was constructed in two phases: the northern section dates to the mid-16th century, while the southern wing was added in 1589.
What original architectural features remain?: A medieval tower, originally serving as an entrance passage, survives within the castle structure, bearing witness to occupation predating the Renaissance period.
Does the castle retain interior decoration?: Yes, the first floor features coffered ceilings and traces of 18th-century decoration, evidencing later modifications to the original construction.