Wijk bij Duurstede also known as Dorestad, is a very nice and charming city with a rich history and cultural significance. Dorestad was once a thriving medieval trading and commercial …
Castles in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is a castle country par excellence. Castles and country estates were built in the period from the year 300 to the 19th century. In the early days, castles were built in the coastal region, near water, in cities, or in the countryside. Castles are defensible so most of them have a moat with a drawbridge.
East of the city of Utrecht, about an hour's walk from the city center, lies Nature Park Utrecht also known as Amelisweerd and Rhijnauwen. It is a beautiful natural area …
Over the centuries Dutch nobility builds many mighty and beautiful castles in the Netherlands. A castle appeals to the imagination. Thus, entering a castle, makes you relive old times. For …
Castle Muiderslot is located near Amsterdam. The Castle was built in 1285 and thus it is over 700 years old. Located in the village of Muiden, at the mouth of …
Egmond has it all: sea, dunes, tulips, a ruin, and an Abbey with a great beer. The Egmond villages are known for their scenic landscapes, historical significance, and a blend of …
Near the flower park Keukenhof, you will find the beautiful Castle the Keukenhof. Castle Keukenhof is situated opposite the impressive garden called Keukenhof. Magnificent art at Castle Keukenhof In the Castle, you find …
De Haar Castle is the biggest and most luxurious castle in the Netherlands. A beautiful castle with towers, turrets, moats, gates, and suspension bridges, it resembles a true medieval castle. …
In the Netherlands, you find many castles which are open to the public. Around Castles, magnificent gardens and beautiful landscapes underline the wealth of Dutch nobility. Nowadays Dutch Castles are …
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