Ewsum castle (borg) was first time mentioned in 1371. Today the oldest part is a turret tower built in 1472.

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Founded: 1472
Category: Castles and fortifications in Netherlands

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www.ewsum.info

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Dastyle Plattenleger (16 months ago)
Capuchino was good. Ambient and service top, nice Garden
Gody Keijzer (16 months ago)
Friendly, tasty and all in all a very nice experience
Raphaëlle Raphaelle (21 months ago)
Super sweetly received and drank the tastiest late macchiato in northern Netherlands ?
Sherry Blueberry (2 years ago)
Gun turret could be viewed inside, but can be seen in about a minute. The gardens look neatly planted. Then in the tearoom less pleasant experience with a snarling managerial employee, I would not recommend the place because of this - we did not feel welcome
Henk de Ruiter (2 years ago)
Regularly some cyclists or walkers who pass here. An oasis of peace. After viewing the old gun tower (you'll soon be done with that), we also walked through the historic herb garden. All beautifully in bloom in mid-June. We couldn't skip the terrace at the tearoom. Fortunately not only tea here .... The cup of coffee with apple pie tasted great. It also looks nice inside.
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