Heers Castle, Medieval castle in Heers, Belgium.
Heers Castle is a castle in Belgium with four wings arranged around a square courtyard, displaying late Gothic architecture with Renaissance elements and stone decorations. The building combines different styles that were added over centuries by various inhabitants.
The castle was first recorded in 1328 and had to be rebuilt around 1500 after destruction from conflicts, particularly attacks by Charles the Bold. This rebuilding shaped its appearance today.
The chapel displays 18th-century stucco work and Louis XVI-style decorative elements that show what the noble families who lived here valued in their surroundings. Walking through these rooms reveals how the residents wanted their home to look and feel.
The courtyard and exterior can be visited, allowing you to walk around the castle to see the different facades and fortifications. The paths are generally easy to walk, but give yourself time to explore all the details.
The castle was protected by a sophisticated double moat system, with one moat circling the fortress and another encircling both the castle and the farm buildings. This design shows how seriously defense was taken.
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