Kasteel Boxmeer, Medieval château in Boxmeer, Netherlands
Kasteel Boxmeer is a former stronghold positioned between the Maas River and its former branch, displaying architectural features from different periods over several centuries. The complex contains multiple wings and structures that reflect how the site evolved through different phases of use.
First mentioned in 1365, the castle experienced multiple sieges during the Eighty Years' War and was partially destroyed under orders from the Duke of Alba in 1572. It survived the centuries that followed and eventually came under religious administration in the late 1800s.
The basement houses a museum displaying exhibits about the building's past and the Sisters of Julie Postel congregation. Visitors can see how the religious order shaped this place after taking it over in 1897.
The site currently functions as a care facility, so access is limited and visitors should check conditions in advance. The museum in the basement is open to visitors and provides insight into the building's story.
During renovation work, workers discovered underground tunnels beneath the castle grounds. These passages suggest the structure used subterranean routes for defensive or logistical purposes.
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