Hindersteyn Castle

Langbroek, Netherlands

Hindersteyn Castle was built originally around 1300. The original tower still exists, but the main building dates mainly from the 19th century.

References:

kasteleninutrecht.eu

Address

Langbroekerdijk 121, Langbroek, Netherlands

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Details

Founded: 1300
Category: Castles and fortifications in Netherlands

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Albert van der Vliet (3 years ago)
What a beautiful garden and beautiful castle, we had never been here. Nice friendly welcome and coffee with apple pie included in the entrance fee. Fantastic organization with an eye for detail. Also got an explanation about the garden and castle by a very friendly hostess. We will definitely come again next year, thank you for the wonderful day.

Atie Ewoldt-Snijders (4 years ago)
Great wedding location located in a beautiful garden. You can get married both inside and outside and nothing is too much for the staff!

Luus Wesseling (4 years ago)
Open to visitors twice a year. Beautiful, well-maintained garden. Many volunteers work on this all year round.

Kees-Riky Donkers (5 years ago)
Enjoyed a beautiful garden both trees and plants, the vegetable garden is also very well maintained. Delicious pastries .... we recommend everyone to take a look there.

Erik Jellema (7 years ago)
Open tuinen.. geslaagd met dit mooie weer. Zelfs verdwaald in doolhof.

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