Bourglinster Castle

[Bourglinster Castle]

Bourglinster is really 2 words - Burg Linster. The Linster area was first mentioned in a document from 1098, in which there is mention of an old castle, a Burg, in the area.

[Bourglinster Castle]

The moat was dug out in the 15th century, but did not protect the castle quite as was intended to - in 1682 and again in 1684 French troops attacked and destroyed parts of the castle.

[Bourglinster Castle]

Bourglinster Castle is in such beautiful condition today thanks to restaurations that took place from 1969 to 1988, after the Luxembourgish state bought the castle in 1968. Today it is used to house arts and crafts production, it has a lovely restaurant and there are guided tours available.

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