Ophemert Castle

Description

The oldest record of Ophemert Castle dates from 1265, when it was owned by Rudolf de Cocq. The castle belonged to De Cocq (later Haeften) family until 1844. The current building dates mainly fromt he 17th century, when it was rebuilt after the attack of French Army. Today it is privately owned by the Mackay family.

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Address
Dreef 2, Ophemert, Netherlands

Established
17th century

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