Castles and Gardens of Europe

Amerongen Castle near Utrecht - a hidden gem in The Netherlands

5 Remarkable Castles Near Amsterdam Worth the Day Trip

Most visitors to Amsterdam never make it past the canals. That's understandable, but it also means they miss something. Within an hour or two of the city, the Dutch countryside hides a handful of castles and historic estates that rival anything you'll find in France or Germany. Here are five near Amsterdam that deserve a place on your itinerary. / READ MORE /

Château de Breteuil (photo: Château de Breteuil, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia)

Events & Programs, News

Belle Époque at Château de Breteuil

The Château de Breteuil, in Choisel in the Yvelines département, is staging a two-day historical event called Breteuil 1900 on 8 and 9 May, recreating the atmosphere of life at the turn of the 20th century through performances, guided visits and period entertainment. / READ MORE /

Château de Courson (photo: Lusseau Pascale, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons)

Gardens, Guided visits, News, Places, Travel

The Château de Courson, near Paris, reopens for the season

Just 35 kilometres from the French capital, a listed historic monument surrounded by extraordinary gardens is welcoming visitors once again. The Domaine de Courson is set within grounds holding the prestigious Jardin Remarquable label, has reopened to the public from April 2026 through to 1 November. / READ MORE /

The Baroque palace Schloss Moritzburg (photo: © Schlösserland Sachsen / Sebastian Rose)

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Season start at German Schloss Moritzburg

Moritzburg, Saxony — The Baroque palace Schloss Moritzburg in the German region of Saxony has officially opened its 2026 summer season, introducing new artworks and fresh reasons to visit one of Germany’s most iconic palace settings. Set on an artificial island and surrounded by reflective lakes and forests, Schloss Moritzburg is among the most picturesque... / READ MORE /

News, Places

Season opens for castles and palaces in Saxony-Anhalt region

Saxony-Anhalt, Germany — The 2026 visitor season has officially launched for the region’s renowned castles, palaces, and historic residences. With new exhibitions, ongoing restorations, and enhanced accessibility in one of Germany’s most heritage-rich landscapes. Primarily managed by the Kulturstiftung Sachsen-Anhalt, this extensive network of monuments is embracing the season with a strong emphasis on long-term... / READ MORE /

News

Tower collapse at historic Castillo de Escalona

A dramatic partial collapse at the medieval Castillo de Escalona, near Madrid, has spotlighted the vulnerability of Europe’s aging historic monuments. On the morning of March 14, 2026, one of the castle’s towers gave way just before the site was due to open to the public. / READ MORE /