Hof van Twente, municipality in the Netherlands
Hof van Twente is a municipality in Overijssel province in eastern Netherlands, composed of several towns and villages spread across the countryside. The area includes six main towns: Bentelo, Delden, Diepenheim, Goor, Hengevelde, and Markelo, plus thirteen smaller settlements scattered throughout the region.
Several towns in this area received city rights during the Middle Ages, with Goor receiving them in 1263 and Delden in 1333. The modern municipality was formed in 2001 through the merger of four separate municipalities to consolidate local administration and resources.
The villages here retain their traditional character through farming practices and local crafts that remain central to daily life. Markets and festivals throughout the year showcase regional food and handmade goods that connect residents to their heritage.
The region is easiest to explore by car or bike, as small roads connect the villages and towns throughout the area. It is conveniently located near the A1 motorway and has rail connections for longer journeys.
The area contains seven castles within a relatively small space, including Twickel Castle from the 1600s, which remains inhabited today. This concentration of historic noble estates makes the region a rare example of fortified country properties in the Netherlands.
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