On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, Hohlandsbourg Castle invites you to explore the history and architecture of this exceptional site, witness to several centuries of change.
Program:
1. Concert in partnership with the Colmar Jazz Festival
Claire BESSON – Jazz Guitar and Vocals
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Hohlandsbourg Castle is delighted to be part of the Colmar Jazz Festival program.
Let yourself be carried away into a lively and colorful musical world, where guitar, voice, and some effect pedals blend subtly. The program features her own compositions as well as arrangements of world music and jazz.
Claire is the winner of three international guitar prizes and was part of the “Propulsion Jazz” program in 2023/2024.
Two musical sessions of 30 minutes each await you in a friendly atmosphere, perfect for relaxation and musical immersion.
At 3:00 PM and 4:30 PM • Free access • No reservation needed • Duration: approx. 30 minutes • Suitable for all audiences • Free
2. Guided Tour: History and Architecture of a Garrison Castle
Discover Hohlandsbourg Castle, a former fortress of the Habsburgs.
Learn about its history and defensive architecture, key features – drawbridge, bastion, watchtowers – the secrets of medieval siege techniques, and construction tips.
An exciting historical journey where the castle’s architecture will hold no secrets for you!
From 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM • French/English • Depending on attendance • Duration: approx. 45 minutes • Suitable for all audiences • Free
3. Kapla® Workshop – Build Your Dream Castle
Unleash your imagination and become a builder!
Design your own castle using Kapla® planks. Choose the details yourself: keeps, walls, towers, or drawbridge.
A playful and creative way to explore architecture.
From 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM • Self-guided • Suitable for all audiences • Free
4. Creative Workshop: Hohlandsbourg in Lines and Colors
In the style of 19th-century romantic lithographers like Rothmuller and Engelmann, complete the silhouette of Hohlandsbourg Castle and let your imagination run free. Watercolors, collage, recycled materials… give your contemporary vision of this architectural heritage.
From 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM • Free access • Duration: approx. 45 minutes • Suitable for all audiences • Free
A weekend for young and old, celebrating discovery, creativity, and the transmission of architectural heritage.
Program:
1. Concert in partnership with the Colmar Jazz Festival
Claire BESSON – Jazz Guitar and Vocals
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Hohlandsbourg Castle is delighted to be part of the Colmar Jazz Festival program.
Let yourself be carried away into a lively and colorful musical world, where guitar, voice, and some effect pedals blend subtly. The program features her own compositions as well as arrangements of world music and jazz.
Claire is the winner of three international guitar prizes and was part of the “Propulsion Jazz” program in 2023/2024.
Two musical sessions of 30 minutes each await you in a friendly atmosphere, perfect for relaxation and musical immersion.
At 3:00 PM and 4:30 PM • Free access • No reservation needed • Duration: approx. 30 minutes • Suitable for all audiences • Free
2. Guided Tour: History and Architecture of a Garrison Castle
Discover Hohlandsbourg Castle, a former fortress of the Habsburgs.
Learn about its history and defensive architecture, key features – drawbridge, bastion, watchtowers – the secrets of medieval siege techniques, and construction tips.
An exciting historical journey where the castle’s architecture will hold no secrets for you!
From 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM • French/English • Depending on attendance • Duration: approx. 45 minutes • Suitable for all audiences • Free
3. Kapla® Workshop – Build Your Dream Castle
Unleash your imagination and become a builder!
Design your own castle using Kapla® planks. Choose the details yourself: keeps, walls, towers, or drawbridge.
A playful and creative way to explore architecture.
From 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM • Self-guided • Suitable for all audiences • Free
4. Creative Workshop: Hohlandsbourg in Lines and Colors
In the style of 19th-century romantic lithographers like Rothmuller and Engelmann, complete the silhouette of Hohlandsbourg Castle and let your imagination run free. Watercolors, collage, recycled materials… give your contemporary vision of this architectural heritage.
From 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM • Free access • Duration: approx. 45 minutes • Suitable for all audiences • Free
A weekend for young and old, celebrating discovery, creativity, and the transmission of architectural heritage.
