Castles and Manor Houses

Gelderland features an exceptional collection of historical fortifications and estates, ranging from 13th-century defensive strongholds to 19th-century country houses. This selection includes Slot Loevestein, famous for its role as a state prison, and the massive Huis Bergh. Architectural styles vary from the medieval ruins of Nijenbeek to the Berlage-designed Jachthuis Sint Hubertus, showcasing centuries of Dutch noble history and landscape design.

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Loevestein Castle

Monumental castle and a former prison for political prisoners where Hugo Grotius was being kept. Now it is a home to a medieval museum.

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Ammersoyen Castle

Ammersoyen Castle is located in Ammerzoden in the Bommelerwaard region in the province of Gelderland, the Netherlands.

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Doornenburg Castle

Castle Doornenburg is a Dutch castle from the 13th century.

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Jachthuis Sint Hubertus

Designed by architect H.P. Berlage, this former hunting lodge in Hoge Veluwe National Park is a unified work of art. The building is known for its iconic tower and interior design centered on the legend of Saint Hubert.

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Landhuis Enghuizen

A historic estate near Hummelo featuring a 19th-century neoclassical manor house. The site has medieval origins and is surrounded by landscaped grounds and walking paths.

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Kasteel Nijenbeek

The ruins of a 13th-century fortress situated on the banks of the IJssel river. Heavily damaged during World War II, it now serves as a protected monumental ruin.

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Kasteel Vorden

A restored medieval castle first documented in the 12th century. It is part of the 'Eight Castles Route' in Vorden and features a mix of architectural styles and a surrounding moat.

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Hackfort Castle

Hackfort Castle is a castle in Vorden, in the Dutch province of Gelderland.

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Kasteel 't Suideras

A neo-Renaissance country house built in the late 19th century. Located in Vierakker, the estate includes a coach house and a park designed in the English landscape style.

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Huis de Velhorst

An 18th-century manor house and estate managed by Natuurmonumenten. The grounds preserve traditional Gelderland agricultural landscapes, including old orchards and hedgerows.

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Huis Bergh Castle

Huis Bergh is a castle in 's-Heerenberg city and is one of the largest castles in the Netherlands.

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Doorwerth Castle

Doorwerth Castle is a medieval castle situated on the river Rhine near the city of Arnhem, Netherlands.

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Kasteel Hoekelum

An 18th-century castle with a distinctive rounded tower, built on the foundations of a medieval precursor. The estate includes a historic park and an orangery.

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Kasteel Rosendael

A former residence of the Dukes of Guelders, featuring a massive medieval donjon. It is famous for its parkland, which contains the 'Bedriegertjes' hidden water fountains and a shell gallery.

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Slangenburg Castle

Slangenburg Castle is a castle in the municipality of Doetinchem in the province of Gelderland in the Netherlands.

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Wasserburg Anholt

A moated castle housing an extensive private art collection, including works by Rembrandt. The complex features a large park, baroque gardens, and a museum.

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Ampsen

Ampsen is an estate, castle, and hamlet in the municipality of Lochem in the province of Gelderland in the Netherlands.

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Kinkelenburg Castle

Kinkelenburg Castle is a castle in Bemmel, north of Nijmegen, in the municipality of Lingewaard in the Dutch province of Gelderland.

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Kasteel Staverden

A white manor house situated in Staverden, the smallest city in the Netherlands. The estate is known for its tradition of keeping white peacocks, which dates back to the 14th century.

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Huis het Velde

An 18th-century country house located near Warnsveld. The site is surrounded by a moat and formal gardens, and currently serves as a training center for the Dutch police.