🏰 La Berlière Castle

La Berlière Castle is located in the village of Houtaing, in the city of Ath, Belgium, and stands as a protected heritage site by the region of Wallonia. The original construction of the castle is unknown however, it has been documented that the building has been rebuilt multiple times, with its first known restructure occurring in 1677 and then again from 1793 to 1835. The current appearance of the castle features a mixture of traditional Belgian and Renaissance styles that are still present from its 1793 redevelopment. It is seen today as a reflection of the Wallonia region’s architectural history with its neoclassical design via the structure’s symmetrical and harmonious elements that spread from the main building into the gardens.