The castle was first mentioned in the 14th century, but its current appearance is that of an 18th-century reconstruction by Maximilien-Henri de Horion, who transformed it from a fortress into a pleasure palace, with interiors decorated by Paul-Joseph Delcloche. The castle and its park were acquired by the University of Liège in 1963.
Source: campus.uliege.be/cms/c_2223166/en/b25-colonster-castle

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March 18, 2025

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The park features works from the Musée en Plein Air, including the two sculptures "Movement through Time and Space" (Stainless steel / Artist: Thierry Bontridder) and "Joie de vivre" (Bronze / Artist: Rik Wouters).
Source: campus.uliege.be/cms/c_2223166/en/b25-colonster-castle

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February 20, 2021

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Located in an area of 50 hectares, on a rocky promontory, the château de Colonster overlooks the Ourthe valley. This castle, whose history dates back to the 9th century, is an island in the middle of a nature reserve.
Today the Château de Colonster serves as a reception area for the university, and all kinds of symposiums are held there.

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