A GLIMPSE OF HISTORY, A CASTLE FULL OF LIFE!
The castle offers a glorious 360 degree view over Alsace and the Black Forest, modern and interactive scenography; a lively castle in the hills above Colmar … The biggest monument, built by the Habsburgs, opens the gates to the past.
MODERN, INTERACTIVE AND LUDIC PRESENTATION
A special itinerary provides a picture of and helps to understand the history, organisation and place of the castle, from the very first Bronze Age site to the contemporary epoch.
It highlights:
– the most significant moments and characters in its history;
– the castle's military function exerted over the territory, the strategic political base of the Habsburgs;
– the huge collection of archaeological artefacts (pottery, clothing, finery,stove tile, bucket, etc.) illustrating the day-to-day life of the castle;
– the ruins from the Middle Ages rediscovered by painters and draughtsmen in the Romantic period (19th century);
– a behind the scenes look at the renovation work, etc.
The modern presentation showcases the castle in a ludic, interactive way, comprising scale models, archaeological collections, illustrations and multimedia games.
A LIVELY AND ANIMATED CASTLE
In 2026, let yourself be guided by a unique thread: the earth, an essential raw material, a source of life and inspiration. Discover how it shapes craftsmanship, molds traditions, nourishes the imagination, and reveals talent. Explore the castle in a playful, interactive, and poetic way, let yourself be surprised… and above all, “Dare to dream,” for here, every stone tells a story.
A place of leisure and discovery, the Château du Hohlandsbourg offers a variety of activities and events for families and friends, groups and individuals: a walk around the permanent exhibition, a temporary exhibition, a guided tour, a young explorer's notebook, open workshops, a birthday party... There are many ways to explore this place steeped in history, in a fun and interactive way.
The castle offers a glorious 360 degree view over Alsace and the Black Forest, modern and interactive scenography; a lively castle in the hills above Colmar … The biggest monument, built by the Habsburgs, opens the gates to the past.
MODERN, INTERACTIVE AND LUDIC PRESENTATION
A special itinerary provides a picture of and helps to understand the history, organisation and place of the castle, from the very first Bronze Age site to the contemporary epoch.
It highlights:
– the most significant moments and characters in its history;
– the castle's military function exerted over the territory, the strategic political base of the Habsburgs;
– the huge collection of archaeological artefacts (pottery, clothing, finery,stove tile, bucket, etc.) illustrating the day-to-day life of the castle;
– the ruins from the Middle Ages rediscovered by painters and draughtsmen in the Romantic period (19th century);
– a behind the scenes look at the renovation work, etc.
The modern presentation showcases the castle in a ludic, interactive way, comprising scale models, archaeological collections, illustrations and multimedia games.
A LIVELY AND ANIMATED CASTLE
In 2026, let yourself be guided by a unique thread: the earth, an essential raw material, a source of life and inspiration. Discover how it shapes craftsmanship, molds traditions, nourishes the imagination, and reveals talent. Explore the castle in a playful, interactive, and poetic way, let yourself be surprised… and above all, “Dare to dream,” for here, every stone tells a story.
A place of leisure and discovery, the Château du Hohlandsbourg offers a variety of activities and events for families and friends, groups and individuals: a walk around the permanent exhibition, a temporary exhibition, a guided tour, a young explorer's notebook, open workshops, a birthday party... There are many ways to explore this place steeped in history, in a fun and interactive way.
