Kasteel van Rijkel, Gothic castle in Ryckel, Belgium.
Description
Kasteel van Rijkel is a medieval castle with a U-shaped layout and square corner towers built from brick and limestone materials. The structure is surrounded by moats and contains multiple interior levels with varying room configurations.
History
The castle was originally built in the 1500s and later underwent extensive changes by the de Hinnisdael family. These alterations shaped the building's appearance to the present day.
Culture
The castle holds deep ties to local fruit-growing traditions visible in the surrounding grounds. Visitors can encounter old cherry varieties that locals have maintained for generations.
Practical
The site offers access to multiple levels and different areas that reveal the interior layout. Plan time to explore both the indoor spaces and the grounds including the surrounding gardens.
Did you know?
The southeastern section of the castle preserves Gothic elements from its original construction period. This makes the area particularly interesting for those wanting to see the oldest core of the building.
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