Château de Hollenfels

#16 among destinations in Luxembourg

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Hollenfels Castle, with a history dating back to the 11th century, is one of the castles located close to the River Eisch in the Valley of the Seven Castles in central Luxembourg. Today it is used as a centre for activities for young people, including a nearby youth hostel. ()

Local name: Buerg Huelmes Coordinates: 49°42'44"N, 6°3'6"E

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Château de Hollenfels – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Grand-Château d'Ansembourg, Useldange Castle, Septfontaines Castle, Pettingen Castle.

0.8 miS
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Forts and castles
Useldange Castle
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4 miW
Forts and castles
Septfontaines Castle
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4.7 miNE
Forts and castles
Pettingen Castle, Mersch
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3.4 miNE
Forts and castles
Mersch Castle, Mersch
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0.9 miSW
Forts and castles
Ansembourg Castle, Ansembourg
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Forts and castles
Walferdange Castle, Bereldange
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Archaeological site
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Area
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Library
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Town, Valley, Nature
Valley of the Seven Castles
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