80 Years of Freedom Amerongen Castle

How did Amerongen Castle manage to withstand World War II? So close to the Grebbeline, where officers occupied the castle and soldiers filled the outbuildings? With family ties to the English, Germans and Belgians, different nationalities lived together, but within the walls tension grew: how to deal with the threat of war?

Countess Elisabeth's sons, with their German nationality, were forced into German military service even before the war. A fate that always befell the young men of this family throughout the centuries, leaving their parents in fear. This time, how could the family secure the castle and its art treasures? Cooperate with the Germans without being seen as a traitor? This brought strife within the family, with the village and the authorities. Thus, even after the liberation, it remained exciting for Amerongen Castle.

Amerongen Castle's expert guides will take you through the castle and bring these gripping war stories to life. Buy your tickets now for this special themed tour!