Can you visit the Haut-Ribeaupierre castle freely?

It consists of outdoor ruins with no enclosed building to visit, though consolidation works may restrict access to some parts.

How long does it take to reach the castle?

No official duration is given, but the climb through the forest to 642 meters requires a fair amount of physical effort.

Why is the castle in ruins?

It already appeared ruined in the 17th century, as shown in a view by Merian, after having been one of the residences of the Ribeaupierre family.

Is Haut-Ribeaupierre different from Saint-Ulrich castle?

Yes, they are two separate castles among the three overlooking Ribeauvillé, with Haut-Ribeaupierre being the highest of the three.

Château du Haut-Ribeaupierre

Haut-Ribeaupierre Castle

Ribeauvillé

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Château du Haut-Ribeaupierre stands in Ribeauvillé (Haut-Rhin), in the Grand Est region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Perched at 642 meters above Ribeauvillé, the Haut-Ribeaupierre castle is the highest of the three castles overlooking the town, alongside Girsberg and Saint-Ulrich. Now a ruin overgrown with vegetation, it was the oldest stronghold of the Ribeaupierre lordship, first recorded in 1084. Its keep once held two notable prisoners, including an English knight kept there for several years in the 14th century.

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What to know

The site consists of ruined remains only, with no habitable structures.
Reaching it requires a forest climb to the summit, so a reasonable level of fitness is needed.
Consolidation works are ongoing, so some areas may be restricted.
The site has been a listed historic monument since 1841.
No verified information is available regarding opening hours or admission fees.

Where this château is

Ribeauvillé · Haut-Rhin · Grand Est

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Address

68150 Ribeauvillé

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Château phone number

+33 3 89 73 23 23

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record IA68007142

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Can you visit the Haut-Ribeaupierre castle freely?: It consists of outdoor ruins with no enclosed building to visit, though consolidation works may restrict access to some parts.
How long does it take to reach the castle?: No official duration is given, but the climb through the forest to 642 meters requires a fair amount of physical effort.
Why is the castle in ruins?: It already appeared ruined in the 17th century, as shown in a view by Merian, after having been one of the residences of the Ribeaupierre family.
Is Haut-Ribeaupierre different from Saint-Ulrich castle?: Yes, they are two separate castles among the three overlooking Ribeauvillé, with Haut-Ribeaupierre being the highest of the three.