Overcingel

Overcingel is a mansion in Assen consisting of a main house, coach house, staff quarters, and ornamental gardens. The five-hectare estate also includes park forests, meadows, and an orchard.

The mansion was built in 1777 by Johannes van Lier, receiver-general of Drenthe, and remained in family ownership for seven generations. This long continuity shaped its development and preserved its character over time.

The mansion contains a room with gold-embossed leather wall coverings and a radio room where residents tuned into broadcasts during World War II. These spaces reflect how the family experienced history and stayed connected to the outside world.

Following renovations scheduled for completion in 2024, the mansion will welcome visitors with new facilities including apartments and a bed & breakfast. Plan your visit in advance as these new services are being developed.

The estate features a stinzentuin, a specialized garden with early spring flowers that draws numerous visitors during the blooming season. This unique garden type is typical of the region and showcases traditional growing methods.

Location: Assen

Inception: 1777

Architects: Abraham Martinus Sorg

Part of: Overcingel

GPS coordinates: 52.99222,6.56611

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:05