Huis Bergh reopens: three Dutch castles to visit in October
Huis Bergh, Muiderslot and Slot Loevestein each offer a different encounter with the history of Dutch castles.
King Willem-Alexander reopened Huis Bergh in ’s-Heerenberg on 17 September 2026 after its restoration. According to the castle, its new displays give more attention to the history of the town.
Huis Bergh says its collection contains about 15,000 objects. Textile manufacturer Jan Herman van Heek bought the castle and its possessions in 1912. According to the reopening announcement, a recording of his voice was used to make his portrait speak with the help of artificial intelligence in the new displays.
Huis Bergh is at Hof van Bergh 8. It opens from 11 am to 4 pm on every day except Monday. Adult admission is €16.50 and Museumkaart holders enter free. The castle advises visitors to reserve an admission ticket in advance during October.
According to its own website, Muiderslot has stood in Muiden since 1285. The writer and poet P.C. Hooft lived there and entertained guests. The castle and gardens bring together stories of former residents.
Muiderslot at Herengracht 1 opens daily from 10 am to 5 pm until 31 October. From 1 November its winter hours apply: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm. The ticket desk closes at 4.30 pm, after which entry is no longer possible. Adult admission costs €19.50; Museumkaart holders enter free.
According to its website, Slot Loevestein near Poederoijen was built in 1358 by the knight Dirc Loef van Horne. The castle is part of the New Dutch Waterline, recognised as UNESCO World Heritage in 2021. The escape of Hugo Grotius is one of the stories told there.
Loevestein at Loevestein 1 opens daily from 10 am to 5 pm. Visitors aged thirteen and over pay €18; Museumkaart holders enter free. Hours or prices may differ during events. During the knights’ tournament on 17 and 18 October, an admission ticket is also needed to visit the tavern.