According to the BBC, Inverness Castle has officially reopened following a major £47 million transformation that repositions the historic landmark as a leading cultural and visitor destination in the Scottish Highlands. / READ MORE /
The future of Schloss Fasanerie, one of Germany's many Baroque palaces, has become the subject of cultural and political discussion. The debate follows an initiative by the current owner, which has proposed a greater role for the state in the stewardship of its historic castles, parks and museum collections. / READ MORE /
LOIRE VALLEY, France - Archaeologists at Château d’Amboise have begun uncovering the buried remains of a monumental Renaissance staircase long lost to history. The excavation aims to locate and study what was once one of the castle’s most striking architectural features: a vast external staircase known as the escalier Persé. / READ MORE /
German Castle Bentheim is closed to visitors. For at least another year, no guided tours, museum visits, or photo shoots will be possible. The fortress, which attracts around 150,000 visitors annually — mostly from the Netherlands — was closed at the beginning of January due to serious structural damage. / READ MORE /
Château de Versailles has announced a new phase in its long-term programme to conserve the more than 320 sculptures scattered throughout its gardens. Thanks to support from private patrons, the palace is restoring original statues, creating accurate replicas for outdoor display. / READ MORE /
Beginning in February 2026, the Château de Versailles is launching Vacances royales!, an engaging new family programme offering themed activities and educational experiences throughout the school holiday period. / READ MORE /
The Château de Chantilly closed out 2025 with a truly historic year, welcoming a no less than 658,164 visitors. The surge solidifies the estate’s position as one of France’s most captivating heritage destinations. The record-breaking year may be boosted by its election as Monument préféré des Français 2025. / READ MORE /
PARIS, France — Visitors from countries outside the European Union and the European Economic Area will now pay higher entrance fees at several of France’s most visited cultural sites. The new pricing policy, which comes into force this week, marks a significant shift in how national museums and monuments are funded. Higher prices at the... / READ MORE /
The Royal Palace of La Almudaina, one of Mallorca's most cherished historical landmarks, has closed to the public for extensive renovation works that will transform the visitor experience. The palace, which stands majestically alongside Palma's iconic cathedral, La Seu, will remain shut from 12 January to 1 June 2026, with a full reopening anticipated in time for the summer season. / READ MORE /
Château de Gruyères, one of Switzerland’s most celebrated medieval fortresses, set a new visitor record in 2025, welcoming nearly 189,000 people to the iconic hilltop site. The milestone highlights the castle’s growing appeal among both domestic and international tourists and reflects the continued strength of cultural heritage tourism in Switzerland. / READ MORE /