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Amsterdam Castle Muiderslot
3-4 hours
Step back in time and explore 700 years of Dutch history at this striking medieval castle
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What you'll do
Forming part of the Defence Line of Amsterdam, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the striking medieval Castle Muiderslot is a must-see for visitors to the city. It was built in the 13th Century by Count Floris V and offers plenty of awe-inspiring sights. Explore Golden Age-era rooms, see the armory, and much more, there's also an audio tour through the impressive Knight’s Hall included in your ticket. Also, don't miss the beautiful gardens which still retain the atmosphere of the 17th Century when they were created.
Nestled on the shores near Amsterdam, Muiderslot Castle offers a view into the Netherlands' rich history. With towers reaching into the sky and a moat surrounding the stone walls, this castle is a spectacle for history lovers. Its museum exhibits showcase medieval armor, weaponry, and other artifacts that tell a tale of life during those times.
If you're a fan of beautiful landscapes, the gardens at Kasteel Muiderslot are what you are looking for. These meticulously maintained gardens are divided into various sections, each representing a different period of Dutch history. Whether it's the detailed fountains or the mix of colorful flowers, visitors to the gardens will be transported to a world where nature and history join hands.
Castle Muiderslot highlights
Enjoy this medieval castle with two different audioguides (available in 10 languages).
Explore the armory, dungeon and medieval towers.
Check out 17th-century decorated rooms and art.
Twice a year, enjoy a contemporary art exhibit.
Don't miss the below at the Amsterdam Castle Muiderslot
Towers and Knights
Scale the castle's impressive towers and learn about its carefully constructed defenses from its narrow staircases to dead-end corridors. Climb 83 steps and enjoy amazing views from the rafters of the castle's highest tower, the West Tower. Discover an incredible collection of genuine suits of armor, chain mail, swords, and halberds in the wrmoury, and learn about the life and times of medieval knights and their importance to the castle's history.
The Golden Age
The 17th century is considered the Dutch Golden Age in art. Journey back in time and tour the beautifully-restored Golden Age rooms of the castle, including the living room, bedroom, the Bishop's Room, the castle kitchen, the Knight's Hall and the Prince's Room, and learn about the castle's occupants during this time, including its most famous resident, writer and poet P.C. Hooft. For almost 40 years, Hooft spent summers in the castle and invited friends and intellectuals such as Vondel, Huygens, Bredero and Maria Tesselschade Visscher to stay.
Facts
While out hunting with falcons in 1296, Floris V was captured by his nobles and imprisoned in his own castle. After attempting an escape he was stabbed 20 times and died.
The Muiderslot was the official residence of P.C. Hooft in the 17th century because he was appointed as sheriff (drost) of Muiden and bailiff (baljuw) of Gooiland in 1609.
Towards the end of the 18th century, the castle began to be used as a prison before being abandoned and derelict.
What's included
Explore this awesome 13th-century castle and its beautiful surroundings
Grab an audio guide for some in-depth learning
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Herengracht 1,, Muiden, NLHow to get there
Nearest bus stop is Muiden Centrum. Bus 110 comes to Weesp station and to Naarden-Bussum station.
Nearest train station is Weesp. From here you can take bus line 110. From Amsterdam Amstel station, buses go to Muiden. Line 320 (towards Hilversum Station), line 322 (towards Almere Parkwijk) and line 327 (towards Almere De Steiger) to P+R Muiden stop. From there you can walk (30 minutes) or change to bus line 110 to stop Muiden Centrum (from there it is a 10-minute walk)
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