Beersel Castle

Flandern – Vlaams-Brabant · Belgia · Castle

The ghosts of this medieval fortress are said to appear only when dark times threaten the country – an omen of troubles to come.

Beersel Castle, just south of Brussels, is one of Belgium's best-preserved medieval strongholds, built in the 14th century in marshland with a wide moat and three heavy brick towers. It has survived sieges, wars and famine, and tradition holds that the memories linger in its walls: the ghosts here are said to show themselves only in troubled times, as an omen that hardship awaits the region or the nation. Visitors also tell of a white lady who wanders at night near the spot where she died, and an older tale speaks of a devil chained in the cellars. The castle is open to the public today, its narrow spiral stairs and dark chambers keeping the Middle Ages unnervingly close.

FAQ

Hvor ligger Beersel Castle?

Beersel Castle ligger i Flandern – Vlaams-Brabant, Belgia.

Opplysningene bygger på lokal folketro og vitneskildringer.

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