Ridderhofstad Oudaan, Medieval knight's court near Vecht River in Breukelen, Netherlands
The fortified residence features two parallel wings with vaulted cellars, three stories, and pitched roofs between stepped gables ending in chimneys.
Founded at the end of the 13th century by the Van Loenersloot family, the estate served as a strategic point where the Aa originally connected to the Vecht river.
The building represents a traditional Dutch Ridderhofstad, a noble residence that maintained specific privileges and architectural requirements throughout medieval times.
The castle remains privately owned with restricted access, standing on an island surrounded by a moat accessible through wooden bridges on north and south sides.
During the French occupation of Utrecht in 1672, the castle survived destruction when a French general chose it as his residence.
Location: Stichtse Vecht
GPS coordinates: 52.16028,5.01472
Latest update: March 3, 2025 17:56
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