Erve Kots

The Erve Kots museum features traditional buildings, farming equipment, and household items that represent the agricultural past of the Achterhoek region.

Founded in 1936 by Bernard Weenink, the site revealed archaeological findings including a Frankish burial ground and a palisade farm from 600 AD.

Through object theater presentations and audio tours in Dutch, German, and Achterhoeks dialect, visitors learn about regional farming traditions and local legends.

The museum operates Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with modified winter hours and entrance fees of €7.50 for adults.

The museum complex includes two preserved farms, Boerderij Kots and Los Hoes, alongside a functioning 1920s wood sawmill and horse-powered seed grinding mill.

Location: Oost Gelre

Inception: 1936

Official opening: 1966

Address: Eimersweg 4, 7137 HG Lievelde 7137 HG 7137 HG

Email: info@achterhoeksopenluchtmuseum.nl

Website: http://museumervekots.nl

GPS coordinates: 52.02113,6.59121

Latest update: March 9, 2025 02:33