The Palace can be visited
Museum
ResidenceApeldoorn
Paleis Het Loo
Paleis Het Loo, a former royal residence, is located northwest of Apeldoorn in the Netherlands. It is particularly renowned for its impressive palace gardens and stands as a significant example of Baroque architecture.
History+
The multi-winged Baroque complex was constructed between 1685 and 1692 by architects Jacob Roman and Daniel Marot. It served as a pleasure palace for the Dutch Stadtholder William III, who also reigned as King of England. Until 1975, Paleis Het Loo was used as a summer residence by the Dutch royal family, the House of Orange, and influenced the construction of similar estates across Europe.
Location+
Paleis Het Loo is situated in Apeldoorn, in the province of Gelderland, in the eastern Netherlands. It is located at an elevation of approximately 9 meters above sea level.
On site+
Today, visitors can explore the palace as a museum, which showcases the history of the Dutch royal house and 300 years of princely living. The expansive Baroque garden, which has been restored to its original form after extensive reconstructions, is also accessible and invites visitors for a stroll.
Nearby+
- Havezate 't Hartelaer (manor house), approx. 8.4 km away
- Huis Duistervoorde (manor house), approx. 9.9 km away
- Huis 't Parckelaer (manor house), approx. 10.3 km away
- Huize Cruysvoorde (manor house), approx. 10.6 km away
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