French heritage days

On the occasion of the European Heritage Days dedicated to architectural heritage, the Château du Hohlandsbourg invites you to dive into the history and architecture of this exceptional site, a witness to several centuries of evolution.

Program highlights:
Concert in partnership with the Colmar Jazz Festival
Claire BESSON – Jazz guitar and vocals
Saturday, September 20, 2025
The Château du Hohlandsbourg is delighted to be part of the Colmar Jazz Festival program.
Let yourself be swept away by a vivid and colorful musical universe, where guitar, voice, and a few effects pedals blend subtly. Claire's program features her own compositions alongside her arrangements of world music and jazz.
Claire is the winner of three international guitar competitions and was awarded the “Propulsion Jazz” program in 2023/2024. Two 30-minute musical sessions await you, in a warm and friendly atmosphere perfect for relaxation and musical escape.
At 3:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. • Free entry • No reservation required • Duration: approx. 30 minutes • Open to all • Free

Guided tour: History and architecture of a garrison castle
Discover the Château du Hohlandsbourg, a former Habsburg fortress. Explore its history and defensive architecture, key features — drawbridge, bastion, watchtowers — the secrets of medieval siege techniques, and clever construction tricks. A fascinating journey through history where architecture will hold no more secrets for you!
From 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. • In French/English • Depending on attendance • Duration: approx. 45 minutes • Open to all • Free

Kapla® Workshop – Build your dream castle
Unleash your imagination and become a castle builder! Design your own fortress using Kapla® wooden planks: choose the details – keeps, ramparts, towers, or drawbridges. A fun and creative way to discover architecture.
From 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. • Self-guided • Open to all • Free

Creative Workshop: The Hohlandsbourg in lines and colors
Inspired by 19th-century romantic lithographers such as Rothmuller and Engelmann, complete the silhouette of the Château du Hohlandsbourg using your own artistic vision. Watercolors, collage, recycled materials – give your contemporary take on this architectural heritage.
From 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. • Free access • Duration: approx. 45 minutes • Open to all • Free

A weekend for young and old alike, filled with discovery, creativity, and the celebration of architectural heritage.