The urban residence was acquired by Landgravine Maria Louise of Hesse-Kassel, dowager of the Prince of Orange. The urban residence is a testimony to the Nassau family, which became the Orange-Nassau dynasty, being direct ancestors of King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands. In fact, all current rei...
A former residence of Nassau and, subsequently, the Orange-Nassau dynasty. Originally stadholders of the Northern Netherlands, later on, stadholders and kings and queens of the Netherlands. The residence remained within the family until 1971. Today, the residence is a hotel, though one can still vis...
A former noble residence, owned by one of Friesland's most influential families. Today, the urban estate is a museum house. As a visitor, reserve a time slot and explore the estate. Explore the owners' rooms but don't forget to visit the staff rooms either.
The Keimpemastins (estate) was built at the beginning of the 14th century and probably commissioned by the Keimpema family. The estate has served several purposes: residence, warehouse, school and vicarage. Today, it is a private residence.
A private residence in the city of Leeuwarden. Established on top of a historic mound in the inner city. It served as an office of a Frisian institute and Mata Hari used to live here as a young girl.
Visitors may enjoy the Prinsentuin Park, without realising that they entered the remnants of Leeuwarden's ramparts. Observe the map of Leeuwarden and you will see that the historic inner city is characterized by its shape and surrounding canals. The city gates have disappeared, and the same goes for...
Originally a collection of buildings, throughout the years, a complex formed. Eventually turning into a coercion castle, overlooking the city of Leeuwarden. Once the Republic of the 7 united Netherlands became independent from Spain, the castle became a prison. The building served this purpose for c...