Château-Fort de Feluy

Château-Fort de Feluy commands presence in Seneffe as a formidable medieval fortress established in 1380 by Eustache de Bousies, likely superseding an earlier fortification on the site. The castle endured significant 16th-century conflicts and underwent substantial reconstruction in 1615 by René de Renesse following battle damage, incorporating both medieval and 18th-century château elements into its distinctive architecture. With a storied past of siege warfare—notably a 1489 capture by Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I's forces—the castle preserves its historical layers in stone and structure. Today it functions as a dynamic cultural venue hosting medieval festivals, artisan markets, weddings, and cultural events, allowing contemporary audiences to engage with its military heritage while celebrating its romantic aesthetic appeal.