Biljoen Castle

#316 among destinations in the Netherlands

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Castle Biljoen lies between the Veluwe and the IJssel near Velp. This Noble House from the 16th century was rebuilt by Alexander van Spaen into the present day castle with four equal corner towers. ()

Local name: Kasteel Biljoen Built: 1530 (494 years ago)Coordinates: 51°59'48"N, 5°59'33"E

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GelderlandNetherlands

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Biljoen Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nederlands Openluchtmuseum, Eusebiuskerk, John Frost Bridge, Mijn Genoegen.

3.6 miW
Outdoor museum of traditional buildings
Nederlands Openluchtmuseum, Arnhem
93 min walk • Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Dutch history at the Nederlands Openluchtmuseum (Netherlands Open Air Museum) located in the picturesque city of Arnhem, Netherlands. This dynamic museum is not your typical exhibition space; it is a...
3.7 miW
Church, Historical and heritage tours, Historical place
Eusebiuskerk, Arnhem
95 min walk • The Eusebiuskerk, a historic landmark, stands proudly in the heart of Arnhem, Netherlands. This church, with its towering presence, has been a fixture of the city's skyline for centuries, dating back to its initial construction in the 15th century.
3.8 miSW
Bridge
John Frost Bridge, Arnhem
96 min walk • John Frost Bridge stands as a historical landmark in the city of Arnhem, Netherlands. This significant bridge, named after Major-General John Dutton Frost who led the British forces during the Battle of Arnhem in World War II, is not just a vital traffic artery but...
3.7 miW
Windmill
Mijn Genoegen, Arnhem
95 min walk • Nestled in the verdant landscape of Arnhem, Netherlands, Mijn Genoegen stands as a testament to the rich agricultural heritage of the region. This charming windmill, whose name translates to "My Pleasure," is a beloved landmark and a symbol of the Dutch traditional way...
1.8 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
Bronbeek, Arnhem
46 min walk • Nestled in the verdant landscape of Arnhem, Netherlands, Bronbeek stands as a testament to the country's colonial past. This historic site, now a museum, offers a poignant look into the Dutch East Indies army and the lives of its veterans.
3.6 miNE
Forts and castles
Middachten Castle
93 min walk • Middachten Castle is a monumental manor house, located on the Middachten estate, De Steeg, Netherlands. The current building dates from 1693-1698. The castle is a rijksmonument since October 11, 2004, and is part of the Top 100 Dutch heritage sites.
3.5 miW
Museum, Windmill
Spinnenkop Openluchtmuseum, Arnhem
89 min walk • The spinnenkop of the Netherlands Open Air Museum in Arnhem is a small drainage mill originally located near Gorredijk, Friesland, Netherlands. It is a hollow post windmill that has been restored to working order.
3.6 miW
Windmill
Huizermolen, Arnhem
93 min walk • Huizermolen is a post mill in the Netherlands Open Air Museum, Arnhem, Gelderland, Netherlands which was built in 1919 and is in working order.
3.6 miW
Windmill
Het Fortuyn, Arnhem
91 min walk • Het Fortuyn is a tower mill in the Netherlands Open Air Museum, located in Arnhem, Gelderland, Netherlands which was built in 1920 and is in working order.
3 miW
51°59'10"N • 5°55'23"E
Nederlands Wijnmuseum, Arnhem
78 min walk • Museum
1.4 miNW
Area
Rozendaal, Arnhem
35 min walk • Rozendaal is a municipality and a town in the eastern Netherlands, in the province of Gelderland. The town, next to Arnhem and Velp, is known for the Rozendaal Castle and its water fountain follies.