Kasteel Ter Elst, Medieval castle ruins in Duffel, Belgium
The remains of Kasteel Ter Elst stand on an islet within a public park, featuring weathered stone walls and architectural elements from different periods.
The castle, first mentioned in the 12th century, belonged to the Hildinckhusen brothers before passing to the Abbey of Tongerlo in 1356.
The castle served as a residence for nobility and received distinguished guests, including Margaretha of York and Philip the Beautiful of Burgundy.
While visitors cannot enter the structure, the surrounding park offers walking paths and designated areas for outdoor recreation near the ruins.
The castle endured multiple transformations, from a noble residence to an abbey estate, and later saw three of its four wings dismantled in 1799.
Location: Duffel
GPS coordinates: 51.08972,4.49839
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:42
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