Merzkenburg Castle
Netherlands, South Holland, Oosterwij k
Description:
Merzkenburg Castle is located in the province of South Holland in the small village of Oosterwijk. But at the last division of the territory, the castle was transferred to the province of Gelderland.
The castle was built in the XIII century. It was destroyed twice and rebuilt twice. The first time it was destroyed in the XIV century, the second - at the end of the XVII century, in 1700 it was finally restored and gave the appearance that can be seen now. Now the castle of Merzkenburg is in very good condition, around it is a small park where you can walk.
The building of the castle has a square shape, made of brick. The castle itself is surrounded by a moat.