The Top 7 Castles around the Lek
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 7
beautiful castles to choose from around the Lek. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around the Lek. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 28, 2025
Fort Honswijk
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Duurstede Castle
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Huis te Woude Castle ruins
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In the municipality of Ridderkerk, in the Riederwaard near Slikkeveer, lies the castle ruin of the noble Van Woude family, which held a fiefdom belonging to the count.
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Huys ten Donck
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The Donckse Bos is a park that belongs to the house Huys ten Donck in the Dutch municipality of Ridderkerk. The park is located between the Bolnes and Slikkerveer districts …
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Amaliastein
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Noise pollution and waste: these are well-known problems in Dutch cities in the 16th century. Especially in the summer months there is an odor nuisance caused by the waste on …
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Statue of Aleida of Holland at Huis te Riviere Ruins
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Lady Aleida is a statue of Aleid van Holland in Schiedam. The artwork dates from 1991 and was made by Theresia van der Pant, who was born in Schiedam. Aleida …
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Kasteel Den Luystenbuyl
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The castle is still under construction. It began as a sandcastle. According to the "architect/artist," it has evolved over 30 years through many stages of rebuilding and experimentation into what …
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