Abandoned Castles and Fortresses That Look Straight Out of a Fairy Tale

13. Miranda Castle: Belgium’s Gothic Wonder

Hidden deep within the Belgian Ardennes, Miranda Castle (also known as Château de Noisy) exudes an eerie yet captivating presence. Built in the 19th century as a lavish summer retreat for the Liedekerke-Beaufort family, the castle’s grandeur faded over time. It later served as an orphanage and a sanatorium, before being completely abandoned in the 1990s, leaving nature to reclaim its once-magnificent towers and Gothic spires. The castle’s decaying hallways, ivy-covered turrets, and haunting atmosphere have made it a favorite subject for urban explorers and ghost hunters alike. Though its future remains uncertain, Miranda Castle stands as a melancholic yet mesmerizing relic of forgotten nobility, where the echoes of history whisper through its crumbling walls.