Bourscheid Castle

In northeastern Luxembourg, Bourscheid Castle is close to the town of Bourscheid. On the site where the medieval castle is located, there is archeological proof of Roman-era buildings. It is surrounded by a ring wall with 11 watchtowers that rises majestically around 150 meters (490 feet) above the River Sûre. The Bourscheid Castle, a magnificent Gothic structure perched on a mountain with a stunning view of the misty valley, is Luxembourg's largest castle.

The castle appears to have been constructed around the year 1000 on previous foundations in what was then the County of Luxemburg, a component of the Holy Roman Empire, despite being first recorded in records from 1095. The courtyard was added in 1477, the outer wall was added in 1450, and the Stolzembourg house was added in 1384.

The structure is genuinely accessible to all, as not only may people with an interest in architecture or history admire the building itself, but those who prefer nature can take pleasure in the peaceful surroundings and mountain vistas that the building's remote location and surrounding ecology give. Even though the castle is stunning during the day, at night the walls are illuminated, giving everyone who is lucky enough to see it a surreal magical experience.

Location: Schlasswee, 9140 Buerschent, Luxembourg