Waardenburg Castle, Medieval fortress in Waardenburg, Netherlands.
Waardenburg Castle is a medieval fortified complex in Neerijnen featuring stone construction with a hall, round tower, and square tower built in 1355. A moat encircles the entire structure, forming a defensive barrier around the buildings.
Count Otto II of Gelre granted permission in 1265 to knight Rudolph de Cock to build the first wooden fortress. The complex suffered major damage in 1574 when Louis of Nassau attacked it due to the resident's allegiance to Spanish forces.
The castle represents Dutch medieval military architecture and remains a protected national monument under the Rijksmonument designation. Visitors can observe the construction style characteristic of fortifications from that era.
The complex currently functions as office space and is not open to regular visitors except during special heritage events. Those interested should check in advance for event dates to plan a visit.
The stone structures visible today were largely built in 1355, replacing the original wooden construction from 1265. This shift from wood to stone reflects how the site gained importance and required stronger defenses over time.
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