Gruitrode Castle

Meeuwen-Gruitrode, Belgium

Gruitrode Castle was built on the site of earlier castle between 1485-1568. The earlier buildings were destroyed in 1485 in a conflict between Marck and Arenberg families. The remains of older castle are today in the courtyard of the current castle.

Until the Napoleonic era it remained in the possession of the Knights of the German Order, who continually expanded the property.

Address

Weg naar Opoeteren 2-4, Meeuwen-Gruitrode, Belgium

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Details

Founded: 1485
Category: Castles and fortifications in Belgium

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Marie Crommen (5 months ago)
Saturday Sinterklaas walk in Gruitrode 12 km, beautiful surroundings, many forests and good friends and the Sintenpaleis

Arian Compen (A3Compen) (8 months ago)
A beautiful location. I was able to perform here as a comedian. Laughter gives many people a stomach ache.

Tom Pintens (10 months ago)
Pop-up bar top. Pleasant. 8 ball billiards outside and plenty of choice of drinks. Soon the red devils on the big screen. ??

Dimitri Verschueren (3 years ago)
Wow, pleasant open air pub and this week also the event to learn about the local history of the Templars, who are so rooted in our community.

Riene Neyens (3 years ago)
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