https://watch.balsternet.nl/videos/watch/dd4bb697-587d-4b7a-a7d0-fe16cc81b01f 📖 Source: https://blog.balsternet.nl/uncategorized/huys-te-haer/ A visit to Kasteel de Haar, also known as Huys te Haer — the largest and most luxurious castle in the Netherlands, located near Utrecht. 🏰 The castle's story dates back to the 1300s, but what stands today is largely thanks to Baron Etienne van Zuylen van Nijevelt and his wife Baroness Hélène de Rothschild, who commissioned the famous architect Pierre Cuypers — also responsible for Amsterdam Central Station and the Rijksmuseum — to restore the ruins in the late 19th century. The result is a breathtaking neo-Gothic masterpiece complete with towers, turrets, and ornate details. Inside, the lavishly decorated rooms feature rich tapestries, intricate woodwork, and impressive art collections. Over the years the castle served as a glamorous retreat for the rich and famous, welcoming guests such as Coco Chanel, Brigitte Bardot, and Yves Saint Laurent. Beyond the castle walls lies an equally stunning landscape of perfectly manicured gardens, sprawling parkland, and reflective ponds — perfect for a relaxing stroll. 🌹 A truly fairy-tale destination and a must-visit if you're ever near Utrecht! Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:38:42 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://watch.balsternet.nl https://watch.balsternet.nl/lazy-static/avatars/8dcf82a9-770f-4276-b571-49c47be22562.png https://watch.balsternet.nl/videos/watch/dd4bb697-587d-4b7a-a7d0-fe16cc81b01f All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://watch.balsternet.nl/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.