Castle of La Roche-en-Ardenne, Medieval castle in La Roche-en-Ardenne, Belgium.
The stone fortress stands on a rocky ridge between the Ourthe River and Deister hill slopes, offering views over the surrounding valley.
The first castle construction began in 844 by Count Adelard, replacing an earlier Celtic settlement and Roman fortified camp at this strategic location.
The castle grounds host regular demonstrations of medieval activities including archery, traditional crafts, and falconry shows throughout the year.
The castle operates from 1 PM to 4 PM on weekdays and 11 AM to 4:30 PM during weekends, with adult admission at 8.50 euros.
Local legend tells of Countess Berthe's ghost appearing near the ruins during summer evenings, marking the location where she met her death.
Location: La Roche-en-Ardenne
Inception: January 1, 0844
Address: Rue du, Vieux Chateau 4, 6980 La Roche-en-Ardenne, Belgium 6980 La Roche-en-Ardenne
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 11:00-17:00
Phone: +3284411342
Website: http://chateaudelaroche.be
GPS coordinates: 50.18198,5.57649
Latest update: June 19, 2025 12:04
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