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The World’s 100 Best Castles & Fortresses

Hoensbroek Castle

Hoensbroek, Netherlands

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST CASTLES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 10 2026

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Hoensbroek Castle

Moated brick castle in Heerlen, Limburg, with a mix of building styles from several centuries. Visitors walk freely through many rooms, a dungeon and an attic cinema, using a digital key for stories.

Highlights

  • The 14th-century keep
  • Attic cinema film
  • Dining hall with guide

Good to know

  • Entry around €13.50 to €14, booklet extra
  • Free with museum card
  • Free parking next to castle

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