Holtmühle Castle

Holtmühle is a castle featuring a classic moated design with corner tower pavilions, constructed from brick and bluestone. The main building contains Empire-style stucco fireplaces and the entire property now functions as a hotel with accommodation and dining facilities.

Otto van Holtmeulen received the lordship of Tegelen from the Duke of Gelre in 1394 as a feudal grant. The castle subsequently became an important regional residence with expanded fortifications and supporting structures built over time.

The complex preserves one of the few complete tithe barns remaining in the Netherlands. Visitors can still see how the buildings served the agricultural needs of the estate in their layout and design.

The property operates as a hotel and visits to the castle and grounds require prior arrangement. Interested visitors should contact the hotel directly to inquire about access to the historical spaces and gardens.

The property maintains its original 14th-century moat system and has two distinct entrance gates that still serve as residential structures. This dual-gate arrangement gave the estate a strategic advantage and remains a visible reminder of its historical fortification design.

Location: Venlo

Architectural style: classicism

Made from material: brick, bluestone

Address: Kasteellaan 6

GPS coordinates: 51.33111,6.13611

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:03