Bruch Castle, Bruch, Germany

Bruch water castle was built in the 14th century. From that time, the entrance side with the gatehouse, the five-story corner tower, and the round tower at the other end have survived. Originally, the castle was owned by the Lords of Bruch, then it was granted as a fiefdom to the Lords of Daun. It returned to the possession of Trier in 1539.

The complex is now privately owned. In 2023, a beer garden was opened in the courtyard of the castle.

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Jeff MIlls (2 years ago)
Really nice place to grab a beer and some food. Definitely worth a trip.

Niko De vries (3 years ago)
Nice for a picture but everything was closed

karen williams (4 years ago)
Like walking into a fairytale...especially when all the flowers are in bloom! Highly recommend. Once in a lifetime experience staying in a castle.

Paul Köster (7 years ago)
Nice

Eva Maria Reinnarth (8 years ago)
Ok

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