Fleckenstein Castle
A fundamental link in the line of defense of the fortified castles of the Holy Roman Empire in Lower Alsace, the fortified castle of Fleckenstein dominates the forests of the Northern Vosges and the Palatinate. Its remains are a must for nature and heritage lovers.
The origin of the fortress dates back to the 12th century when the Hohenstaufen emperors sought to establish their authority in Alsace.
Their builders used an exceptional sandstone cliff here to erect a troglodyte fortified castle by cutting into the rock rooms, stairs, a well and cisterns still perfectly visible today. It was entrusted to the Fleckenstein family who transformed it over the centuries into a seigniorial palace and an impregnable fortress.
Spared by the Thirty Years War, but overtaken by changes in housing and war techniques, the castle was dismantled by the troops of Louis XIV around 1680.
Still standing despite this disarmament, it has kept intact its troglodyte installations and sufficiently well-preserved remains to bear witness to its past splendor and understand the stages of its evolution.
Fleckenstein is the most visited troglodyte castle in Alsace.
Access to Fleckenstein Castle is included in the PASS Museums.
The “Le P’tit Fleck”, “Le Château des Défis” and other activities are not included in the PASS Museums offer and are subject to payment.
The Wissembourg/Fleckenstein shuttle bus connects you to the site with regional trains from Wissembourg station on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Sundays and French and German public holidays from Easter to All Saints’ Day.
Link to the site: Welcome to the castle of Fleckenstein
Fleckenstein Castle
Place called Fleckenstein
67510 | Lembach
France
+ 33 3 88 94 28 52