Archem

Archem is a small settlement in the municipality of Ommen, located in the northeastern part of the Overijssel province. The village spreads across rural countryside with scattered farmhouses and residential buildings set within a quiet, flat landscape.

The settlement appears in written records from the 10th century as Arachem, a name linked to a person called Arho. Development continued over the following centuries, shaping what exists there today.

The development of Archem centers around Huis van Archem manor, with the current building structure dating from 1925.

The settlement is spread out across a thinly populated area, so it helps to familiarize yourself with local directions or use a map when visiting. A car is useful for reaching the scattered houses and farms comfortably.

Near the village rises Archemberg hill, which stands out distinctly from the otherwise flat landscape surrounding it. On its summit stands an old surveying monument that has served as an important reference point in the region for many generations.

Location: Ommen

GPS coordinates: 52.47310,6.43390

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:02