Kronstein Castle

Kronstein Castle is located in the province of South Holland in the southeastern part of the city of Leiden. The castle was built around 1300, was well fortified and of defensive importance. Like many small castles, Kronstein changed hands, bought and sold until it was practically destroyed by 1574. The new owners of the castle were more enterprising, were able to restore and restore the castle to its former grandeur. But fate still remained cruel to the castle of Kronstein. By 1800, it had completely collapsed and was never rebuilt.

Now only a moat and underground walls remain from the castle. Currently, Kronstein Castle is located on the territory of the large park Polderpark Kronstein. The park has historical, landscape and natural significance for the city. Here you can relax, walk along beautiful paths, ride a bicycle. The forest, among which the castle stood, now enters the park and belongs to the city.