13th century: castle for West Frisians
The castle
Radboud Castle was built by Count Floris V as one of five castles used, among other things, to keep the rebellious West Frisians under his thumb.
Floris built these castles in the period 1282-1287. A record pace, normally in those days it took about 10 years to build one castle, let alone five. Radboud Castle is the only castle that remains.
21st century: museum and event venue
The museum has a collection of objects that show the origins and history of the building. In the Hemelrijck you will find semi-permanent exhibitions on specific medieval subjects and in the vaults space is reserved for the museum store and the Castle Cafe.
Furthermore, there are many activities organized in and around the castle, such as raptor workshops, craft afternoons and medieval markets. It is also a popular wedding location and a stylish setting for team building and group outings.
Radboud Castle
Who is the owner?
Kasteel Radboud is in eigendom van Monumentenbezit. Deze landelijke opererende stichting zet zich in voor het behoud van cultureel erfgoed door verwerving, restauratie en exploitatie van beschermde bouwwerken.
The portfolio of Monumentenbezit consists of various monuments spread throughout the Netherlands. Virtually every type of monument is represented; churches, castles, country estates, fortifications, ruins, residential buildings, memorials and grave monuments.
Together with its managers and tenants, Monument Ownership strives to bring its monuments and their stories to the attention of the widest possible audience.
The stories of Radboud Castle
Throughout the centuries, Radboud Castle has been under siege more than once. We like to tell you those stories. In 2022 we celebrate 450 years of the Netherlands, 1572 is considered our 'year of birth'. That is why we start with the siege of that year. The Dutch Revolt, also known as the Eighty Years' War, was still in its infancy, but the
1572: The Siege of Medemblik
In the Tales of Radboud Castle Floris V can of course not be missed. Without him the 'Huis te Medemblick' would not have existed. This is the finale of his triptych. Here you will find part I: the young count and part II: the man with power. Before this: At the height of his power, Floris feels, well a
Floris V: regal reformer or strategic scoundrel? Part III
In the Tales of Radboud Castle Floris V can of course not be missed. Without him the 'Huis te Medemblick' would not have existed. Floris is a man of many faces, but one thing is certain: the murder of his father, William II, was decisive for his life. A single blog does not explain the reason for our existence.
Floris V: regal reformer or strategic scoundrel? Part II
In the Tales of Radboud Castle Floris V can of course not be missed. Without him the 'Huis te Medemblick' would not have existed. Floris is a man of many faces, but one thing is certain: the murder of his father, William II, was decisive for his life. A single blog does the reason for our existence
Floris V: regal reformer or strategic scoundrel? Part I
Curator Paulette Kooijman has worked at Radboud Castle since 2003. In that time a lot has changed, in the museum and in her work. But one thing always remains the same: her love of history and storytelling. Excavations in the garden It was clear early on that Paulette had to do 'something with history'.
The castle through the eyes of Paulette Kooijman
Our guide to the exhibition Power of Herbs (1) is Lobbrecht Aerntsdochter, one of the first residents of the Mariaconvent in Medemblik. She is responsible for the herb garden there. Her garden is the basis for the herb garden of Radboud Castle. Lobbrecht's passion: religion and herbs Lobbrecht is very religious and knows from an early age
Herbalist Lobbrecht Aerntsdochter
Ben Dijkhuis, born and raised Medemblikker, is the house historian at Radboud Castle. Because the castle has never been a family home, much of the information can only be found in the various archives. Without Ben and his detective work, we would never have known so much about the history of our beautiful castle.
The castle through the eyes of Ben Dijkhuis
Diego Carrillo de Mendoza Pimentel is, you guessed it, a Spanish nobleman. He was born in 1560, on the eve of a historic war (1) between the world power Spain of Philip II and the small, rebellious Holland. This war is also his link to Radboud Castle. Military career Diego has the military
Remarkable residents: Diego Carrillo de Mendoza Pimentel
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Castles in West Friesland
Want to learn more about the history of Radboud Castle and the other castles in West Friesland? Then check out Ben Dijkhuis' website dwangburchten.nl. He has made it his hobby and life's work to collect the history of the West Frisian castles. He is constantly researching to uncover even more history about Radboud Castle . Keep an eye on our activities for Ben's next lecture.
