Alden Biesen Castle, Medieval castle in Rijkhoven, Belgium
The castle complex includes a moated fortress, a church, French gardens, and an English park spanning across multiple hectares of land.
Built between the 16th and 18th centuries, this castle served as headquarters for the Teutonic Order, managing 12 command posts in the Maas-Rhine region.
The castle now functions as a cultural center for the Flemish Government, hosting conferences, exhibitions, and the International Story Festival throughout the year.
Located at Kasteelstraat 6 in Bilzen, the castle maintains different schedules during summer and winter, with free entry for all visitors.
The castle grounds contain Western Europe's largest public standard orchard, preserving numerous traditional fruit varieties within its gardens.
Location: Bilzen
Website: http://alden-biesen.be
GPS coordinates: 50.84169,5.52059
Latest update: June 11, 2025 08:08
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