Clervaux Castle

A historic castle that now houses three museums that tell the story of the castle.

The castle has a rich and varied history. It was initially constructed by the Counts of Clervaux in the 12th century, and numerous noble families and armed groups have occupied it ever since. The castle served as the German army's military command centre during World War Two and sustained significant damage during the Battle of the Bulge. Afterwards, it underwent restoration and renovation, and today it functions as a museum and cultural centre. A central keep is surrounded by a number of smaller structures and towers in the Gothic and Renaissance style.

The interior and main façade of the castle, which is made of native red sandstone, both include elaborate carvings and ornamentation. In addition, the castle has lovely gardens and a courtyard that are accessible to the general public and provide breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

The opening scene of the 1971 film "The Day of the Jackal" was filmed at Clervaux Castle, a popular setting for filming motion pictures and television programmes. Some rare and endangered plant species can be found in the gardens of the castle. The Family of Man photography exhibition, which is regarded as one of the most significant and influential photography exhibitions in the world, is one of several cultural institutions and museums that are housed in Clervaux Castle today.