How old is the Château du Haut-Barr?

It dates back to the 11th century.

Why is Haut-Barr called the eye of Alsace?

Because it stands on a sandstone rock 460 metres above the Zorn valley and the Alsace plain, giving it a wide-reaching view.

Is the Château du Haut-Barr a protected site?

Yes, it is listed as a historic monument.

Where is the Château du Haut-Barr located?

It overlooks the town of Saverne in the Bas-Rhin department.

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Château du Haut-Barr stands in Saverne (Bas-Rhin), in the Grand Est region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 11th century, 12th century, third quarter of the 14th century, fourth quarter of the 16th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Set on a sandstone spur 460 metres above the Zorn valley and the Alsace plain, the Château du Haut-Barr rises over the town of Saverne. Its sweeping outlook earned it the nickname the eye of Alsace. Dating back to the 11th century, the castle is listed as a historic monument.

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What to know

The site sits on a rocky height, so reaching it involves some walking and physical effort.
The castle overlooks the Alsace plain, and the view is one of the main reasons to visit.
No admission fee or opening hours are given here, so check before setting out.

Where this château is

Saverne · Bas-Rhin · Grand Est

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Address

Bas-Rhin Haut Barr, 67700 Saverne

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Château phone number

+33 3 88 91 80 47

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00084952
Period of construction: 11th century, 12th century, third quarter of the 14th century, fourth quarter of the 16th century

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How old is the Château du Haut-Barr?: It dates back to the 11th century.
Why is Haut-Barr called the eye of Alsace?: Because it stands on a sandstone rock 460 metres above the Zorn valley and the Alsace plain, giving it a wide-reaching view.
Is the Château du Haut-Barr a protected site?: Yes, it is listed as a historic monument.
Where is the Château du Haut-Barr located?: It overlooks the town of Saverne in the Bas-Rhin department.