Meerssenhoven Castle, Château in Meerssenhoven, Netherlands.
Meerssenhoven is a castle in Maastricht featuring a U-shaped mansion surrounded by a moat and connected by a stone arch bridge. The complex displays architectural elements from different periods and forms a cohesive ensemble on the estate.
The site was first mentioned in 1345 as property of Knight Hendrik van Itteren and burned during the 1632 Siege of Maastricht. The current pleasure palace was built in 1742 by Arnold van Gilman using stone from earlier structures.
The name Meerssenhoven refers to the water-rich setting that once defined the estate. Today the grounds reflect its past role as a noble residence in the Maastricht region.
The castle is privately owned and interior access is not permitted, but the exterior can be viewed from surrounding pathways. The grounds lie in a quiet area near the river landscape and are easily reached on foot.
The estate includes an Indian Chhatri temple-style pavilion near the Geul River, an unexpected architectural curiosity on this Dutch castle. This exotic addition reflects 18th century fascination with foreign cultures and travel beyond Europe.
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