Experience the best of Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle

From towering ramparts to historic chambers, experience medieval France like never before.

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Haut Koenigsbourg Castle surrounded by dense forest in Alsace, France.

Riquewihr village with vineyards in foreground, Alsace Wine Route, France.

Colorful half-timbered houses and a fountain in Eguisheim, France.

Dolder Belfry Clock Tower in Riquewihr, France, with colorful half-timbered buildings and cobblestone street.

Vineyard with church in Alsace, France under a clear blue sky.

Cobblestone street with colorful half-timbered houses in Eguisheim, Alsace.

Children walking through Eguisheim village with colorful timber-framed houses.

Riquewihr village with vineyards and hills in the background.

Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle in Alsace, France, surrounded by lush forest and distant mountains.

From Colmar: Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle & Alsace Villages Tour with Wine Tasting

8 hrs

Set off from Colmar for a day trip with round-trip travel in a small-group air-conditioned minivan, reaching nearby highlights with zero planning.
An English-speaking driver guide stays with you all day, sharing context on the region and coordinating timing so each visit runs smoothly.
Explore Eguisheim village or a similar stop, wandering its lanes as you hear how wine, work and community shape life here in this pocket of France.
Continue to Riquewihr to walk the streets, then enjoy free time for lunch at your own expense and unhurried wandering through shops and lanes.
Visit Haut Koenigsbourg Castle with entry included, walk through rooms and courtyards, then hear stories of life here across the years.
Follow the Alsace wine route by road to a winery, where a tasting session introduces several wines, with your sampling fees already included.

More details

Set off from Colmar for a day trip with round-trip travel in a small-group air-conditioned minivan, reaching nearby highlights with zero planning.
An English-speaking driver guide stays with you all day, sharing context on the region and coordinating timing so each visit runs smoothly.
Explore Eguisheim village or a similar stop, wandering its lanes as you hear how wine, work and community shape life here in this pocket of France.
Continue to Riquewihr to walk the streets, then enjoy free time for lunch at your own expense and unhurried wandering through shops and lanes.
Visit Haut Koenigsbourg Castle with entry included, walk through rooms and courtyards, then hear stories of life here across the years.
Follow the Alsace wine route by road to a winery, where a tasting session introduces several wines, with your sampling fees already included.

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€160

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Book ahead during peak season: Summer months, weekends, school holidays, and public holidays can be busy. Reserve your tickets or tours a few days in advance to secure your preferred date.

Pick an early-morning time slot: Arriving soon after opening typically means fewer crowds, easier parking, and better opportunities for photos from the castle terraces.

Plan for a moderate amount of walking: The castle includes staircases, uneven surfaces, and uphill sections, so allow sufficient time and wear comfortable footwear when choosing your visit slot.

About Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle

Rising above the forests of Alsace, Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle feels straight out of a storybook, with sweeping valley views, fortified walls, and atmospheric medieval rooms. Book your tickets or tours to step inside this restored mountain fortress, or opt for combo day trips that include nearby villages, wine-route stops, and tastings.

AddressD159, 67600 Orschwiller, France

Also known asHaut-Koenigsbourg Castle

Year opened1147

Founded byFrederick II, Duke of Swabia

Visitors per year600000

Expected wait time - Standard30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

After being destroyed during the Thirty Years' War in 1633, the castle remained abandoned until a major restoration project began in the early 20th century.

The castle was restored between 1900 and 1908 on the orders of Emperor Wilhelm II, who wanted to revive a symbol of the region's medieval past.

Sitting at nearly 800 meters above sea level, the fortress once monitored key trade and wine routes crossing Alsace.

Why visit Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle?

Step inside a real medieval fortress

Walk through drawbridges, ramparts, courtyards, and furnished chambers that showcase life in a fortified castle centuries ago.

Enjoy spectacular views over Alsace

From its hilltop position, the castle offers sweeping panoramas of vineyards, villages, the Vosges Mountains, and, on clear days, even the Black Forest.

Discover centuries of history

Learn how the castle evolved from a medieval stronghold into a restored landmark, reflecting the region’s complex French and German heritage.

Explore remarkably preserved defenses

See imposing towers, thick defensive walls, cannon positions, and strategic lookout points that reveal how the fortress protected the surrounding area.

Combine it with the best of Alsace

The castle sits along the famous Alsace Wine Route, making it easy to pair your visit with storybook villages, local wineries, and scenic countryside drives.

Plan your visit

Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle

Monday	10:30am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm
Thursday	9:30am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm
Friday	9:30am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm
Saturday	9:30am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm
Sunday	9:30am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:00pm