Duivenvoorde Castle, Medieval castle and museum in Voorschoten, Netherlands.
Duivenvoorde Castle is a castle museum in Voorschoten featuring 23 connected structures filled with period rooms, paintings, and historical artifacts. The spaces show how the residents lived and displayed their collections throughout the buildings.
First recorded in 1226, the castle underwent a major transformation in 1631 when it was expanded from a medieval tower into a large noble residence. This renovation shaped it into the form visitors see today.
The Marot Hall displays life-sized family portraits and holds a collection of rare porcelain that shows how the residents valued art and craftsmanship. Visitors can see the way the family arranged these treasures to demonstrate their taste and social standing.
The museum is open from April through September, Thursday to Sunday, and visitors should allow enough time to explore all the connected buildings. Parking is available on-site, making it convenient to visit from surrounding areas.
The castle remained under the ownership of a single family line for eight centuries, passing through inheritance and creating an unbroken family story. This continuous ownership allowed many personal belongings and collections to survive intact.
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