Museum
Medieval castle from 1288
Located on the IJsselmeer in the historic town of MedemblikFor over 700 years the icon of Medemblik!
It is the last remaining castle in West Friesland, built by order of Count Floris V.
More than 20,000 visitors a year
Open all year roundAnd it continues to increase!
Museum and freely accessible Castle Cafe and terrace. There is something for every age to experience here. On the castle square you can (re)discover old Dutch toys!
More than 60 events and activities per year
In an atmospheric historical settingAlways something to do in Radboud Castle
Experience the magic of a bygone age, at one of the many events and activities!
Imagine yourself in the Middle Ages
Radboud Castle was built in 1288 as a castle commissioned by Count Floris V. You can still see and experience the Middle Ages in this particularly atmospheric building.
- Many walls are as old as the castle itself
- Stand guard outside on the battlements yourself
- Regularly changing exhibitions about the Middle Ages
- Contours of the original construction are still clearly visible
- Put on a suit of armor and experience the weight that knights carry
Enter and EXPERIENCE THE MAGIE OF a bygone age!
If you want to be sure of a time slot, we recommend booking online in advance.
Opening hours Museum
Accessibility
From history, the building is full of thresholds, obstacles and challenging stairs. We are therefore unfortunately not accessible to people with mobility problems or in a wheelchair. If in doubt, please contact us in advance.
Current Exhibitions
Fable
WHERE HAPPENED
Meet fabulous creatures? Find out all about the Sammeltjes van Wieringen, the Zuiderzee Mermaid, the Dragon of Stavoren, the Boezehappert, Ten-ton elfrib and the Sea Knight. These folk tales from the region turn out to be remarkably similar to folk tales from other cultures. So everyone will recognize something in them! Come and have a look and let yourself be carried away in the wonderful world of fables...
Extended due to success! On view through January 5, 2025
Surrounded by Castles
IN WEST FRIESLAND
Step into the panoramas of the five castles that Count William II and his son Count Floris V had built in West Friesland. Learn all about the functions of these impressive structures during their heyday from the 13th to early 15th centuries. The panoramas are accompanied by stories of various characters who were involved with the castles. With the archaeological finds accompanying them, the history of castles in West Friesland is tangible.
On view until mid-April 2026
The battle for West Friesland
THE HIDDEN HISTORY OF FRISIA
Why is Radboud Castle in Medemblik? And what does the kingdom of Frisia have to do with it? The ancient Frisians were the Vikings of the low countries. The counts of Holland found flourishing trade and a great deal of independence. But the area was promised to the counts and also of great strategic importance. Find out how Count Floris V eventually managed to conquer this area.
This exhibition is continuous
Upcoming activities
Winter Crafts
24 december 2024
Kom in de Kerstvakantie gezellig knutselen in Kasteel Radboud! Tijdens winterknutselen maak je leuke knutsels waarmee je je huis of eigen kamer opvrolijkt. Winterknutselen zit bij het museumbezoek inbegrepen. Je kunt direct lekker aanschuiven aan de knutseltafel in de Ridderzaal of je gaat eerst een rondje door het museum.Tip! Reserveer vooraf je museumtickets, zodat je zeker weet dat je naar binnen kunt.
Winter Crafts
27 december 2024
Kom in de Kerstvakantie gezellig knutselen in Kasteel Radboud! Tijdens winterknutselen maak je leuke knutsels waarmee je je huis of eigen kamer opvrolijkt. Winterknutselen zit bij het museumbezoek inbegrepen. Je kunt direct lekker aanschuiven aan de knutseltafel in de Ridderzaal of je gaat eerst een rondje door het museum.Tip! Reserveer vooraf je museumtickets, zodat je zeker weet dat je naar binnen kunt.
Lucettes
27 december 2024
Wil jij middeleeuws handwerken? Kom in de Kerstvakantie Lucetten in Kasteel Radboud! Een lucet is een soort vorkje met twee tanden waar je draadjes omheen slaat. Je kunt het vergelijken met punniken. In de middeleeuwen werd het veel gebruikt om jas-sluitingen mee te maken. Lucetten is inbegrepen bij het museumbezoek.
Reviews
The castle and its history. A fine place where you lose track of time. Check out the vacation activities! The Owl workshop today was fantastic!!!
- Berna Meijer
For ages I had planned to have a look and finally it came. Beautiful castle to wander around for a while and to enjoy the view from the battlements. Drank an excellent cappuccino in the museum café. Nice people who went out of their way to make my visit as pleasant as possible.
- Petra Vervoort
