Horst, Rural settlement in Ermelo, Netherlands
Horst is a residential settlement in the western part of Ermelo municipality, spreading across ancient sand ridges with scattered houses, farmland, and small shops. The area is defined by flat fields and traditional agricultural spaces that shape the village's character.
The settlement developed over centuries through continuous habitation, with its current boundaries officially established in 1832 during cadastre surveys. The area has maintained its connection to farming and traditional ways of life over the long term.
The Horst & Telgt Neighborhood Association leads community events and information sessions, engaging residents in local development matters and agricultural traditions.
The area is well-connected by cycling routes that link to surrounding places and historical sites. Visitors should explore by bicycle, since distances are spread out and public transport options may be limited.
Early residents first settled in Horster Eng before moving later along Buitenbrinkweg, creating new living patterns as communities shifted. Archaeological remains show people lived in the area from the 11th to 13th century.
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