Wallonie

Verviers

Limbourg

Ardennes Gate & Poswick Castle

Wallonie

Ardennes Gate & Poswick Castle

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Ardennes Gate & Poswick Castle

Hiking

4.9

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Gravel riding

3.8

(3)

Road cycling

5.0

(2)

Cycling

5.0

(1)

Mountain biking

5.0

(1)

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

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March 20, 2024

Hiking

This path is the only access in the southern area of the village and is called Porte d'Ardenne. In the Middle Ages, this section of the fortress was vulnerable and was therefore often attacked. Unfortunately, all that remains of the old defense system are deep cuts in the masonry in which the former protective gates were attached.
Source:
Maison du Tourisme du Pays de Vesdre (paysdevesdre.be)

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Bernd 🌲🦌🍄🥾

March 20, 2024

Hiking

The castle that we discover at the top of the main square is actually a new building, despite its majestic facade with countless details. It was built in 1910 by Mr. Jean Poswick and is built at right angles. It is privately owned and is undoubtedly one of the jewels of the village.
Source: Maison du Tourisme du Pays de Vesdre (paysdevesdre.be)

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July 28, 2024

Hiking

The Porte d'Ardenne, a strategic point in the fortifications that close the southern wall, is the only access to the fortress without natural defenses. The castle used to consist of a building framed by two large round towers and a paved passageway through them. In 1703 the castle made way for two houses built on its ruins, which were combined into one building after 1723. The building, purchased by J.G. Poswick, underwent several renovations carried out between 1880 and 1910 by the architect Ch. Thirion.

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