How do you get to Frankenbourg castle?

You can walk there from La Vancelle, Neubois or Lièpvre, or park at the Schlossplatz car park before a short walk.

Can you drive to Frankenbourg castle?

Car access near the site is only allowed on Sundays during certain periods of the year, from Lièpvre or Breitenau.

How old is Frankenbourg castle?

The castle dates back to the 12th century, though the site shows earlier prehistoric and Roman traces of occupation.

Is Frankenbourg castle a protected monument?

The ruins have been listed as a historic monument since 1898.

Can you visit inside Frankenbourg castle?

It is an open-air ruined site, freely accessible, with no known opening hours or fee.

Château du Frankenbourg

Frankenbourg Castle

Neubois

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Where: Neubois

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Château du Frankenbourg stands in Neubois (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). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

On the summit of the Schlossberg, between Neubois and La Vancelle, the ruins of Frankenbourg castle stand at 703 metres, overlooking the Villé valley and the Val d'Argent. The site dates back to the 12th century, though the location shows much older traces of occupation, from prehistoric and Roman times, including a wall built in cyclopean masonry. Chosen to watch over the passage between the two Vosges valleys, the spot now offers views over the Alsace plain and the surrounding mountains.

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What to know

The site has been listed as a historic monument since 1898.
There is no paved road from La Vancelle to the castle; car access from Lièpvre or Breitenau is only open on Sundays during certain periods of the year.
A car park is available near the Schlossplatz, about a ten-minute easy walk from the ruins.
The castle can also be reached on foot from La Vancelle, Neubois or Lièpvre.
This is an open-air ruined site, with no known opening hours or entrance fee.

Where this château is

Neubois · Bas-Rhin · Grand Est

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Address

67220 Neubois

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00084819
Period of construction: 12th century

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Frequently asked

How do you get to Frankenbourg castle?: You can walk there from La Vancelle, Neubois or Lièpvre, or park at the Schlossplatz car park before a short walk.
Can you drive to Frankenbourg castle?: Car access near the site is only allowed on Sundays during certain periods of the year, from Lièpvre or Breitenau.
How old is Frankenbourg castle?: The castle dates back to the 12th century, though the site shows earlier prehistoric and Roman traces of occupation.
Is Frankenbourg castle a protected monument?: The ruins have been listed as a historic monument since 1898.
Can you visit inside Frankenbourg castle?: It is an open-air ruined site, freely accessible, with no known opening hours or fee.