Natewisch, Amerongen

Natewisch is a medieval tower in Amerongen that stands roughly 15 meters tall with large cross-framed windows. Its ground level features a barrel vault, and a separate stair tower adjoins the main structure.

The structure was built before 1400 and received recognition as a knightly estate from the States of Utrecht in 1536. After the main house was demolished in 1871, only this original tower remained standing.

The tower shows how medieval defensive structures transformed into residential buildings over centuries and shapes the visual character of the Amerongen landscape. Its form tells the story of how such buildings shifted from protection to daily living.

The structure is visible from Rijndijk road and rises above the surrounding trees. It stands as a protected monument within the Utrechtse Heuvelrug municipality area.

Following major restoration work between 1937 and 1938, the tower became a standalone structure. It later served as storage for farm products, showing how such ancient buildings were repurposed for practical needs.

Location: Utrechtse Heuvelrug

Address: Lekdijk 21

GPS coordinates: 51.97903,5.39132

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:04