Bourscheid Castle

The Bourscheid Castle is located near the hamlet of Bourscheid in northern Luxembourg. The castle was built during the Roman era and stands towering with its spectacular circular wall and 11 watchtowers. The real building began around the year 1000, and it has been renovated and expanded numerous times over the ages. Structures of Roman, Merovingian, Carolingian, and Ottonian antiquity have been discovered.

Adult admission is €5, with discounts available for adults, students, and children. Make use of the complimentary audio guides available at the entrance to get a good insight of the castle's history. Don't forget to bring your camera; as you reach the castle, you'll have a spectacular view of the surrounding area. The castle is open to visitors all year, with the following hours of operation:

From April 1st to October 15th, from 9.30 AM to 6 PM, with the last admittance at 5.30 PM. From the 16th of October to the 31st of March, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the last entrance at 3.30 p.m. The quickest way to get to the castle is by automobile, which will take you about 40 minutes. The quickest way to get to the castle is by automobile, which will take you about 40 minutes.

You might also take a train from Luxembourg's main station to Ettelbruck and then change to bus 545. The bus will take you to Bourscheid, where you should get out at the eighth stop, Bourscheid, Bei der Kiirch (at the church). The castle is only approximately 1.2 kilometers away. This entire route should take you slightly more than an hour.

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Address: Schlasswee, 9140 Buerschent, Luxembourg