Throughout history, the Netherlands has had a number of spectacular castles. Fortunately, there are still some stunning castles that are worthwhile a visit despite the fact that many of these ancient castles have vanished. The reason why you can still visit these castles is that doing otherwise would be very expensive to maintain. For instance, hotels, museums, or venues for special occasions like weddings and fairs used some of them. Here is the list of the Netherlands’ most stunning castles, so let’s get started!
Castle Muiderslot
The spectacular Muiderslot castle is a square-shaped medieval fortress located near Muiden, North Holland. If you’re staying in the capital city, it’s a great day excursion from Amsterdam because of how accessible it is. It includes a national museum within, and the castle features a drawbridge-spanned moat. Besides, the Netherlands’ traditional deck of cards features a picture of the museum on its ace of clubs card.
Castle De Haar: Most Luxurious Castle In The Netherlands
The largest and most opulent castle in the Netherlands is De Haar Castle. It is situated in Utrecht, not far from Haarzuilens. Its interior is quite beautiful, and you can find a chapel just close to the castle. A park and gardens were located around the castle. Besides, this site hosts the Elf Fantasy Fair each year. A wonderful chance to dress up as an elf, hobbit, witch, or any other creature you desire. I suppose anything is fun as long as there is beer.
Castle Doornenburg
A thin wooden bridge connects the smaller and larger castles that make up this fortress. It’s one of the biggest and finest kept castles in the nation, so take a look! On this site in the distant past, there existed a fortified villa called Villa Dorenburc, which through time, evolved and expanded into a fortified castle.
Castle Doorwerth
The medieval castle Doorwerth serves as a hotel, restaurant, and venue for several events, including weddings and celebrations. Do you know the spirit of a girl who allegedly starved to death inside the castle still roams the grounds?
Castle Radboud
Floris V ordered the construction of Radboud Castle in the 13th century as a defense against Frisian incursions into the region.
Castle Ammersoyen
A stunning castle situated in the western part of the province of Gelderland and encircled by water. The castle, which was built around 1300, suffered severe damage during World War II. Fortunately, improvements have restored it to excellent condition. In addition, take a walk there; the neighborhood is lovely.
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Castle Duurstede
A castle from the Middle Ages in the Utrecht provincial town of Wijk bij Duurstede. The “Bourgondisch Toren,” an amazing tower on the castle, is located there. Besides, a fun fact for the Dutch: Bassie & Adriaan’s movie “De Diamant” used this castle setting.
Slot Loevestein
The stronghold and castle of Loevestein were constructed next to Poederoijen by the knight Dirc Loef van Horne. He used it as a home from which he could conduct raids and extort bystanders. Slot Loevestein, which is one of the most famous in the nation, is currently home to a museum as well.
Nijenrode Castle: Historical Castle In The Netherlands
Around 1260, Knight Gerard Splinter van Ruwiel erected Nijenrode Castle. It was wise to situate the Castle at a strategic area beside the river Vecht’s narrowest section of the bank. The trade route from the market town of Utrecht to the Dutch South Sea included the river Vecht.
In addition, in both 1481 and 1511, the Castle was demolished. Bernard van den Bongard III transformed the castle into a magnificent manor house with a castle-like shape and a drawbridge in the 17th century. In addition, he updated and embellished the building’s exterior. Nijenrode castle was designed in the Dutch Renaissance style with the traditional features of a knightly dwelling.
Zuylen Castle, Utrecht, Netherlands
At the southern tip of the Vechtstreek, just north of the city of Utrecht, is where you’ll find Zuylen Castle.
Lord van Suilen en Anholt first constructed the castle in the 13th century as a straightforward donjon. Prople rebuilt the castle in 1510, and it underwent its final modification in 1752. Maximiliaan van der Gught, a Delft carpet weaver, created a tapestry that hangs in the castle.
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