Doorwerth Castle

Gelderland, the Netherlands

Located beside the Rhine near Arnhem, Doorwerth Castle is one of the Netherlands' finest medieval water castles. Surrounded by forests and floodplain landscapes, it offers a dramatic glimpse into the country's feudal past.

Located beside the Rhine near Arnhem, Doorwerth Castle is one of the Netherlands' finest medieval water castles. Surrounded by forests and floodplain landscapes, it offers a dramatic glimpse into the country's feudal past. The castle dates back to the 13th century and was expanded over hundreds of years. Its position near the Rhine made it strategically important for controlling movement along the river. Visitors can explore the castle rooms and grounds while enjoying walking routes through the surrounding Veluwe landscape, riverside trails and cycling paths.

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Location

Gelderland, the Netherlands

Nearest airports

Weeze (Niederrhein) Airport — 47km ·
Eindhoven Airport — 64km ·

Nearest train station

Wolfheze
Arnhem Zuid
Oosterbeek