Bossenstein Castle, Medieval castle in Broechem, Belgium.
Bossenstein is a castle in Broechem built around a central courtyard with galleries, surrounded by a moat crossed by a brick bridge. The structure connects different wings through covered passages.
The castle was founded in 1346 by Joannes van den Bossche and underwent major rebuilding in the 17th century. The eastern residential wing dates from the late 15th century, showing development across multiple periods.
The castle preserves furnishings and design choices from the 17th and 18th centuries that show how Belgian noble families lived and arranged their spaces. These interiors reflect the tastes and lifestyle of that era.
The grounds today host a golf and polo club where visitors can enjoy recreational activities in a historic setting. The facilities make the castle accessible as a functioning leisure destination.
The original medieval tower of the castle connects to the late 15th-century wing through a system of covered galleries rarely noticed by visitors. This hidden link shows how the castle grew over centuries while preserving its core.
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