In the year 1115, fortifications were erected at the site by
Gosewijn I, Lord of Valkenburg. This original wooden keep survived until 1122 when it was destroyed under siege by
Henry V, Holy Roman Emperor. The castle was rebuilt in the following centuries but was again destroyed in a siege, this time by
John III, Duke of Brabant. The current ruins are those of the castle destroyed in 1672. The history of the ruins can be traced through these phases of rebuilding. After the destruction in 1672, the castle was in ruin until growing tourism pushed officials to consider reconstruction and preservation. Efforts were inspired by the push to rebuild the country after World War 2, which continued through the 20th century. Image:The falcons fort.jpg| knights hall Image:Kasteel Valkenburg vestingsmuur.jpg|Castle Valkenburg Image:Kasteel Valkenburg originele windwijzer.jpg|Castle Valkenburg Image:Valkenburg burcht.JPG|Castle Valkenburg Image:Overzicht ruïne - Valkenburg - 20238127 - RCE.jpg ==See also==