Château du Haut-Ribeaupierre, Medieval castle ruins in Ribeauvillé, France
The castle sits atop a hill at 642 meters altitude, forming part of a trio of fortifications that includes Saint-Ulrich and Girsberg castles.
Built around 1250 on the foundations of an ancient Roman site, the castle served as a strategic stronghold for the Ribeaupierre family until 1650.
The fortress contains architectural elements from different periods, incorporating Roman, Gothic, and Renaissance styles within its remaining stone structures.
Visitors need sturdy footwear and careful attention while exploring the ruins, as parts of the structure remain fragile after centuries of exposure.
Between 1384 and 1387, the castle functioned as a prison for English knight Sir John Harleston, who was held for ransom despite imperial protection.
Location: Ribeauvillé
Inception: 1250
Part of: les Trois-Châteaux de Ribeauvillé
GPS coordinates: 48.20630,7.30537
Latest update: May 28, 2025 06:10
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