How old is the château de Fleckenstein?

The earliest construction dates from the 12th century, with the site first mentioned in 1174.

Why is the castle in ruins?

It was destroyed in 1680 by the army of Louis XIV, without any battle being fought.

How much time should I plan for the visit?

About one hour is enough to see the whole site.

Is the castle accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?

No, the rocky and uneven terrain offers no accessibility.

Is the château de Fleckenstein a protected monument?

Yes, the ruins have been listed as a historic monument since a decree of 6 December 1898.

Château du Fleckenstein

Lembach

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Visit duration: 60 min
Where: Lembach

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Château de Fleckenstein stands in Lembach (Bas-Rhin), in the Grand Est region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 12th century, 18th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

The château de Fleckenstein stands at Lembach, in the Bas-Rhin, built into a sandstone outcrop within the forest. Dating from the 12th century, these ruins belonged for six centuries to the family whose name they bear, before being destroyed on the orders of Louis XIV in 1680. The site preserves notable remains: the enclosing walls, a barbican, a well tower, a staircase tower, cisterns and chambers carved straight into the rock. The whole has been listed as a historic monument since 1898.

What to know

A visit of the site takes about one hour.
The terrain is uneven and carved into rock, with no accessibility for visitors with reduced mobility.
The castle is located in woodland, away from any village, within a protected natural setting.
Hiking trails lead to the site from the surrounding area.

Practical information

Visit duration: 60 min
Wheelchair access: Not accessible
Dogs: Not verified
Parking: Not verified

On site

Child-friendly

Where this château is

Lembach · Bas-Rhin · Grand Est

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Address

Lembach, Bas-Rhin

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00084774
Period of construction: 12th century, 18th century

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Frequently asked

How old is the château de Fleckenstein?: The earliest construction dates from the 12th century, with the site first mentioned in 1174.
Why is the castle in ruins?: It was destroyed in 1680 by the army of Louis XIV, without any battle being fought.
How much time should I plan for the visit?: About one hour is enough to see the whole site.
Is the castle accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?: No, the rocky and uneven terrain offers no accessibility.
Is the château de Fleckenstein a protected monument?: Yes, the ruins have been listed as a historic monument since a decree of 6 December 1898.