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Ruins of Poilvache Castle

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Ruins of Poilvache Castle

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Ruins of Poilvache Castle

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    December 26, 2023

    The Poilvache castle ruins is a ruined medieval fortress located in Yvoir, Wallonia, Belgium1. The castle was built before 1228 and was originally known as “chastiau d’émeraude” (emerald castle) because of the deep green forests that surrounded it1. The fortress certainly existed in 1228 and developed into a political and military centre. The ruins are of archaeological interest and are protected as Exceptional Heritage of the Walloon Region1. According to legend, the hilltop castle dates back to the time of Charlemagne. It is said to have been built in the early 9th century by the Four Sons of Aymon, who had fortified themselves on an impregnable rock to escape the wrath of Charlemagne.

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      April 19, 2021

      Awesome hike. I mainly enjoyed the path along the cliff although certainly dangerous in rainy weather. Ruin of the castle paying € 2 per person.

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        March 10, 2024

        PERFECT IN THE SUN... BUT IN THE RAIN ITS SLIPPERY

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          Location: Yvoir, Dinant, Namur, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium

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