Beverweert Manor

Werkhoven, Netherlands

The Neo-Gothic Beverweert Manor was built by baron Van Heeckeren to the site of medieval castle between 1835-1862. Later it has functioned as a school.

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Founded: 1835-1862
Category: Palaces, manors and town halls in Netherlands

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Richard van Hoffen (2 months ago)
A very beautifully maintained castle along De Kromme Rijn. There is a large garden around it that could use some maintenance. If you drive along the main road from W.b.D towards Bunnik, the castle shines on the right side of the road.
Dick Kranenburg (5 months ago)
Beautiful walks possible around Beverweerd Castle. The castle grounds are currently "no trespassing". That doesn't matter for the walk. Walked via clog paths. Largely also accessible with a dog on a leash. Approximately 5 kilometers. Had lunch at Landrucci, a charming, somewhat Italian farm shop with a covered veranda.
Damm Gaffer (6 months ago)
Beautiful place into the nature
DC Bogeyz (2 years ago)
Worth the effort. Visited an exhibition by Gert Jan Jansen. Beautiful building in a beautiful location. Lots of history. Beautiful estate. The paintings of this master forger are also a journey through (art) history.
Ton Lancee (2 years ago)
Always nice to see the great collection of paintings by master copied Janssen. Impressive that someone masters so many painting styles.
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