Schuttbourg Castle

Wiltz, Luxembourg

It is unknown when Schuttbourg Castle was built, although some sources say it dates back to the 12th century. It was first mentioned in the 15th century. It was the possession of the Lords of Fischbach who later sold it to the Lords of Clerf.

In the beginning of the 20th century it was a ruin. In 1936 it became private property and was rebuilt into a youth hostel, which opened in 1939. In the Second World War the castle was damaged severely during the Ardennes Offensive. In 1950 these damages were repaired.

The castle is now still private property.

References:

castles.nl

Address

CR322, Wiltz, Luxembourg

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Details

Founded: 15th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Luxembourg

More Information

en.wikipedia.org
www.castles.nl

Rating

3.9/5 (based on Google user reviews)

Interesting Sites Nearby

Bourscheid Castle (7,6 km)
Wiltz Castle (6,3 km)
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Grand Ducal Palace (40 km)
Notre-Dame Cathedral (40,2 km)
Petrusse Casemates (40,2 km)
Luxembourg City History Museum (40,1 km)
Saint Michael's Church (40 km)
Monument of Remembrance (40,2 km)
Bock Fortifications (40 km)
Trinity Church (40,2 km)
Neumünster Abbey (40,2 km)

User Reviews

Tamara Lee (2 years ago)
Very nice view it worth the walk .. Next year i will come back

Marcus (2 years ago)
The castle of Schuttbourg from the 12th century. The private castle belongs to Ferdinand Feltgen and can not be visited ... but beautiful scenery. Discovery of the Ardennes heritage. If you liked my review, don't hesitate to give it a thumbs up, thank you very much

Marleen Brouwer (3 years ago)
Remains beautiful, magical and mysterious! Glad someone cares about this little gem. In addition, always a nice walk and condition test ?

Bart Veenhof (3 years ago)
Private property, so you can't actually enter the castle. The walk up to the castle is nice though.

Fernando Pinto (3 years ago)
The 12th century Schuttbourg castle. Private castle it belongs to Ferdinand Feltgen and cannot be visited ... but marvelous scenery. Discovering the Ardennes heritage. If you liked my review, don't hesitate to give a little thumbs up, thank you very much?

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