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Elsloo Castle

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  • Location: Stein, Limburg, Netherlands

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    July 11, 2022

    Hiking

    The castle is the continuation of a complex of a former brewery with an indoor water mill and a farm with barns and stables, located halfway up the Maasberg. With …
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    September 15, 2024

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    As a free imperial lordship, Elsloo traditionally had a castle, even before the thirteenth century. The Spanish set it on fire in 1579 during the siege of Maastricht, after which the Maas water gradually gained free rein and the original castle fell into ruin.

    The current castle was rebuilt along the Slakbeek, hundreds of meters from the original location, and initially consisted of a mansion with outbuildings. The watermill is the oldest part of this 'new' castle. It dates back to 1552. The characteristic tower was built in 1843.

    Source: kasteelelsloo.nl/historie
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    June 14, 2024

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    The original castle of Elsloo was located further west of the current castle, directly on a bend in the Maas.[1] At the beginning of the 17th century, this castle fell …
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    Elsloo Castle – Elslooërbos Nature Trails loop from Elsloo

    6.18km

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 90 m

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    Location: Stein, Limburg, Netherlands

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