Blood Stone, Legendary boulder at Kernhem estate in Ede, Netherlands.
Blood Stone is a dark boulder with reddish markings situated on the Kernhem estate grounds. It stands near the cemetery, reached by the road Doolhoflaan that passes through the property.
The stone was originally extracted from the Doesburgerheide gravel pit and was first meant for a different location in Ede. Its placement at the Kernhem site marked a change in the stone's journey and purpose.
The stone is woven into local folklore that speaks of supernatural phenomena and legends shaping how people have understood this area for generations. These stories tie it to other mysterious places in the region and influence how visitors experience the grounds.
The site is best explored on foot by walking from the Kernhem house area along Doolhoflaan road. The path passes by several points of interest and provides clear orientation for visitors moving through the grounds.
The stone appears in the Suske en Wiske comic 'Het witte wief' and connects to regional tales about a phantom rider. This appearance in popular culture has given the site an extra layer of local recognition and storytelling.
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