Huis Torenvliet, Country estate in Middelburg, Netherlands.
Description
Huis Torenvliet is a country estate with a white manor house on Koudekerkseweg in Middelburg featuring eighteenth-century architecture and decorative facades. The grounds contain a public park with World War II bunkers, an open-air theater, a labyrinth, and a bird rescue center.
History
The estate was built in 1726 outside Middelburg's city limits and later served as German military headquarters for the Atlantikwall defense line. This wartime occupation left physical traces that remain visible within the grounds as part of the landscape today.
Culture
The name 'Torenvliet' refers to the tower's refuge, reflecting the property's historical defensive purpose. Today visitors experience how the grounds blend recreational spaces with nature conservation activities.
Practical
The grounds are accessible to visitors on foot, with various areas like the labyrinth and theater easy to navigate. Plan time for a walk through the expansive property and its multiple features without rushing through the experience.
Did you know?
The perimeter fence displays sculptures by artist Peter de Jong that add an artistic dimension to the historical property. This installation creates an unexpected link between the site's past and contemporary artistic expression.
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