Castles in Netherlands
111 PlacesCastle tourism invites visitors into history, romance, and architectural splendor. Castles, primarily from the medieval era, were originally fortified structures built by nobility or royalty for defense and as symbols of power. Many sit atop strategic sites overlooking villages or countryside, offering commanding views and engaging stories of their past.
Modern-day travelers can explore castles through guided tours, often furnished with period artifacts. Some castles are converted into luxury accommodations, while others host festivals, performances, or historical reenactments that bring the past to life.
Ruurlo Castle
Netherlands
Slangenburg Castle
Netherlands
Castle Vorden
Netherlands
Castle Doorwerth
Netherlands
Waliën
Netherlands
Landgoed Wisch
Netherlands
Castle Wijenburg
Netherlands
Kasteel de Keverberg
Netherlands
Kasteel Bleijenbeek
Netherlands