Kasteel Doornenburg, Nederland
Channel: Patrick Beckers
Date: 26/02/2023

In the 9th century, a fortified house was built on the site of today's castle, which was expanded in the 13th century into a full-scale castle. In the 15th century, an outer bailey was added to the castle. Until the 20th century, the castle experienced few highlights and therefore suffered little damage. However, there were many changes of owner, but that was no different for most other castles. Until 1847, it was inhabited constantly, but then fell into disrepair. Almost a century later, the abandoned castle was bought by a private foundation and restored from 1936 onwards. This restoration was completed around 1940, when the Nazis seized the castle as their headquarters. In March 1945, the castle was bombed and completely destroyed. Using old documents, the castle was rebuilt between 1947 and 1965.

More info about and pictures of this castle at 
www.castles-across-europe.com