Château de Raeren

The fortress stands at the meeting point of two rivers, featuring a residential tower, square courtyard, and protective moats that encircle the structure.

Built in the 14th century as a fiefdom for the Marienstift of Aachen, the castle underwent major transformations in 1583 when Philipp de Lomont expanded the structure.

The museum displays an extensive collection of regional stoneware, documenting the development and techniques of pottery production in the Raeren region.

Visitors can access both the castle grounds and the pottery museum, which presents educational exhibitions about local ceramic traditions and medieval architecture.

The north-west tower contains Gothic single-lancet windows added during renovations by Peter Joseph de Nys, who also installed the current entrance portal.

Location: Raeren

Website: https://toepfereimuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 50.67861,6.12069

Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:43