FOSTEAU CASTLE

At the summit of an undulation the silhouette of the castle of Fosteau appears. This imposing fortress from the 14th century still has got 4 towers. The lords of Semousies, Sars, and after them the lords of Zwenne, Marotte, de Henry, de Jamblines and de Aoust developed the living quarters around the central donjon. Inside we find one of the finest gothic rooms in Belgium. The beautiful and sober French gardens - laid out in terrace - go as far as the lake. The castle is considered a monument since 1979.

Guided tours of the Castle and the gardens by the owner, only by appointment. Duration: 1h30. With a drink after the visit (groups of minimum 25 persons) : € 6,-/person.

Access: by road: E19-A7 (Brussels-Mons), exit 20 Feluy/Seneffe; nationale 559, dir. Seneffe, Lobbes, Leers, dir. Beaumont / Train: nearest stations: Thuin and Lobbes.

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Castle, small Pharmacy museum, Souvenir chambre of General Count Reille and park: € 3,-/pers - € 2,-/students and seniors.

Location

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