Eijsden Castle

Eijsden Castle is a castle in the Netherlands featuring two angled wings with a corner tower, stair tower, and gatehouse, all surrounded by a water-filled moat. These structures form a unified architectural composition that reflects Renaissance design principles.

The present castle was built in 1636 under Arnold de Lamargelle, replacing an earlier medieval structure called Caestertburg. This rebuilding marked the shift from a medieval defensive fortress to a Renaissance residence.

The park was designed by a French landscape architect in the early 1900s and displays neo-rococo elements with decorative cherub statues throughout. This garden style continues to shape how visitors experience the grounds and creates a feeling of refined European formality.

The castle is a private residence and not open for interior tours, but the surrounding park and gardens are freely accessible throughout the year. Visitors can explore the exterior views and landscaping without requiring special access arrangements.

The castle gate displays the heraldic shields of two noble families side by side, De Lamargelle and von Bocholtz, linking their shared history on the estate. This visible heraldic combination tells a story of family connections that visitors often overlook.

Location: Eijsden-Margraten

GPS coordinates: 50.77361,5.69972

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:48