Fun day out: visit a castle!

There are many beautiful castles and fortresses in the Netherlands. Many of these castles are open to the public. They always appeal to the imagination, especially when you look at the history of these imposing buildings. But visiting a castle can also just be a really fun day out! We would like to give you some tips.

Loevestein Castle

The beautiful Castle Loevestein is known for the legendary escape from the book chest of Hugo de Groot. This escape is therefore central when you visit this castle. A visit to this castle is an adventure for young and old. You will be given your own personal key upon arrival with which you can explore the castle on your own. There are a number of points where you can ask questions to the staff. This is nice, because most children are not so much into guided tours. Slot Loevestein also organizes all kinds of activities, such as a scavenger hunt, an Easter brunch or a real knights tournament! There is even an escape room in this castle!

Keukenhof Castle

Want to visit Keukenhof from March 21 through May 19? Then be sure to visit Keukenhof Castle! It is not a huge castle but it is a very charming one. A guided tour can be booked and you can relax in the Hofboerderij where you can drink delicious coffee and have lunch. For the little ones, there is a petting zoo. You can stroll through the castle and sculpture garden and you can even have a good party there.

Castle de Haar

Castle de Haar in Haarzuilens near Utrecht has been featured on OpstapmetLisa before, but then it really is a beautiful castle. The castle has everything to make everyone happy. When the weather is nice, you can relax in the castle garden (complete with maze!) and the forest and children can do a fun treasure hunt and learn all about life in a castle. Especially during the vacations, all sorts of things are done. All kinds of activities are organized throughout the year, so don’t forget to check the calendar from time to time. For example, there are regularly fascinating exhibitions. You can also have a delicious lunch there, so an ideal day out!

Castle Hoensbroek

Another beautiful castle is the Limburg Kasteel Hoensbroek. Here too there is plenty to do for all ages. For children there is a super fun interactive treasure hunt (with a tablet) and the little ones can have fun with castle games in the courtyard. Of course, you can go for a guided tour, but everything is well signposted. So you can also visit the castle on your own. There is also a “grandpa and grandma package,” where grandchildren up to 12 years old have free admission. If you are in Limburg, a visit to this castle is definitely worth it!

The Muiderslot

Het Muiderslot in Muiden (near Amsterdam) is another beautiful castle to visit. There are several tours for various ages and a tour of the castle’s herb garden is always fun. During the vacations something extra is always organized for the children and the tour for adults is also very entertaining. After the tour there is the opportunity to explore the castle on your own. Afterwards it is always nice to recover with a nice cup of coffee in the Taveerne.

Castle Heeswijk

Prominently situated in the wooded countryside of Brabant, the monumental Heeswijk Castle, the most beautiful castle in Brabant, shines. It reflects nearly a thousand years of power, pride and culture of Brabant’s elite. Besides being a sought-after wedding venue, you can also simply visit the castle. Climb the towers, discover the rich castle rooms and enjoy the castle garden. Special tours and treasure hunts are organized for children, and afterwards you can enjoy a delicious snack and drink at the Brasserie in the Coach House. On Sundays, concerts and other events are scheduled.

So be sure to visit a castle in the Netherlands!