Oorbeek Castle

Tienen, Belgium

Oorbeek castle with three round corner towers was built from 1642 to 1646.

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Founded: 1642-1646
Category: Castles and fortifications in Belgium

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Marta Pogorzelska (5 years ago)
Alban Pourbaix (6 years ago)
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michèle Matthys (8 years ago)
Beau château endroit très chaleureux excellent lunch et service direct murano bravo
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