Slot Loevestein is one of the most famous castles in the Netherlands and is part of the Unesco World Heritage.

It is definitely worth visiting the most famous castle in the Netherlands! In the former soldier's village in the town of Poederooijen, you will feel like you have traveled back in time and experience history.

ACTIVITIES FOR YOUNG AND OLD
In the castle, the outer bailey, and the soldier's village, there is something to experience for young and old alike. In the museum, you will learn about Hugo de Groot, the Middle Ages, and the Dutch Water Line. With fun and interactive activities, you will learn more about gunpowder, weapons, and defense works. Explore the Castle at your own pace or book a (private) guided tour with a guide.

COMBINING A VISIT TO LOEVESTEIN
Turn your visit into a day out!
• Rent a bike and ride straight to the castle in less than an hour;
• Take a long bike ride that passes by this landmark;
• Stroll along the Zaltbommel-Vuren scenic route and visit the Castle halfway through the route.

ORIGIN OF LOEVESTEIN CASTLE
Located in a unique spot in the Netherlands between the rivers Maas and Waal, Knight Dirc Loef van Horne had his castle built here around 1361 due to its strategic location for collecting tolls. In 1572, the castle was used as a state prison, and later became part of the Hollandic Water Line.

THE STORY OF HUGO DE GROOT
Did you know that Slot Loevestein was once the setting for a sensational historical event? During the period when the castle served as a state prison, Hugo de Groot was serving a life sentence here. He had been imprisoned for two years when he escaped on March 22, 1621... in a book chest! His brilliant escape is vividly recounted at the castle.