Huis den Engh, Medieval castle ruins in Vleuten, Netherlands.
Description
Huis den Engh is a ruined medieval castle located in Vleuten near Utrecht. The original structure was a square tower built on an island surrounded by water and ditches, serving as a residential tower for a local noble family.
History
The structure was first mentioned in 1259 and officially gained the status of a knight's seat in 1536. It remained inhabited until its demolition before 1832, serving as a power center for a local noble family over many generations.
Culture
The place served for centuries as the residence of a local noble family whose presence shaped the region. The remains suggest a dwelling of importance for the wealthy inhabitants of the area.
Practical
The site is now located on the grounds of a restaurant named Dengh, built on the former castle island. Visitors can explore the remains while viewing the transformed area where the original tower once stood.
Did you know?
Excavations in 2004 uncovered the tower foundations, revealing that basement walls were about 1.5 meters thick. These findings allowed researchers to reconstruct the exact layout and structure of this fortification that stood for over 700 years.
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