Ophemert Castle

Ophemert, Netherlands

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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Dreef 2, Ophemert, Netherlands
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Founded: 17th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Netherlands

Rating

4.2/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

jhon stuart (4 years ago)
Very impolite owner. we tried to see from outside the castle but the owner chase us. Shame. AVOID.
Xavier van Leeuwe (4 years ago)
Six star service can be experienced in this A-located 13th century castle. Alexandra and Arthur welcomed us with great smiles, amazing breakfasts and lots of wood for our private fireplace in the massive yet cosy coach house. Spotlessly clean, well equipped kitchen, good mattresses, amazing surroundings, strong wifi. Kids played all day on the huge terrace and 5 hectare gardens with their well behaved dogs. Great walks near river Waal, great cheese and playground at nearby farm de Pippert, good food in the Dijkhuis. They deliver during lockdown at the castle. Here is the sixth star. We forgot some items, and the owners brought these a week later all the way back to Amsterdam. Rare to experience this degree of hospitality and humanity. We will be back.
Ivan Raniero (6 years ago)
Beautiful castle and great hosts! 100% Recommendable
Jos Schreur (6 years ago)
Butifull litle kastle. I was there because off a garden fare. It was a perfect surrounding.
Nadtja Wemmers (7 years ago)
Mooie ruime kamers. Rustige plek. Paar parkeerplaatsen aanwezig. Gastvriendelijk ontvangst bij aankomst. Het is wel even zoeken waar je je moet 'melden'. Eventueel ontbijt bij te boeken. Kan ook met pin betalen.
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