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Franchimont Castle Ruins

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Location: Theux, Verviers, Liège, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium

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1. The Château de Franchimont and the Bois de Stanneux — loop from Theux

16.5km

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430m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Franchimont Castle Ruins – Franchimont Castle Ruins loop from Mont

6.45km

01:54

190m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Franchimont Castle Ruins – Stone Bridge over the Hoëgne loop from Theux

25.5km

07:25

670m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Perrine

October 18, 2021

Franchimont Castle is an old medieval fortress built in the 11th century on a rocky outcrop. The ruins that remain are imposing! The site hosts a medieval fair (La Franchefoire) every third weekend of August in odd-numbered years. Entertainment, crafts, folklore ... a festive and cultural event that the locals look forward to.

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Bernd 🌲🦌🍄🥾

November 5, 2023

Franchimont Castle was one of twelve residences and fortresses of the Prince-Bishop of Liège. It defended the eastern border of the principality from the 11th to 12th centuries.
Source: chateau-franchimont.be/de/startseite

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Bernd 🌲🦌🍄🥾

May 1, 2025

The castle's origins date back to the 11th century. It was first documented in 1155, but the first buildings probably date back to the time of Bishops Henry of Verdun (1075–1091) and Otbert (1091–1119). As one of twelve residences of the Prince-Bishop of Liège, it served to defend the eastern border of the principality.

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Location: Theux, Verviers, Liège, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium

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Franchimont Castle Ruins

1. The Château de Franchimont and the Bois de Stanneux — loop from Theux

2. Franchimont Castle Ruins – Franchimont Castle Ruins loop from Mont

3. Franchimont Castle Ruins – Stone Bridge over the Hoëgne loop from Theux

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