Huys Dever
The Huys Dever is a small castle in Lisse, Netherlands. It was probably built shortly after 1375 by Reinier Dever or d'Ever, a member of an old noble family from Holland.[1]
Huys Dever | |
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Lisse, the Netherlands | |
![]() Huys Dever | |
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Coordinates | 52°14′56″N 4°32′51″E |
Type | Castle |
Site information | |
Open to the public | Yes |
Condition | Good |
Site history | |
Built | 1375 |
Built by | Reinier Dever or d'Ever |
Materials | Brick |
History
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The castle was a typical stronghold that was at one time situated on the edge of a lake called the Lisser Poel[1] (since poldered in) that itself was in connection to the Haarlemmermeer (itself a polder since in 1853). In 1630 a stately home was built on to the tower and became a summer residence, but after the Haarlem Lake was poldered in the 19th century it fell into disuse and became a ruin.[1] In 1973 restoration began and the roof was built in the manner of 16th century carpentry.[1]
Building today
The building houses a small archeological museum with finds dug up in the former moat around the building. It has been voted a very important rijksmonument for its early medieval remains.[2] The building is open to visitors Wednesday-Sunday 14:00-17:00, and can be rented for events.[1]
References
- "Huys Dever website". Archived from the original on 2011-04-14. Retrieved 2011-04-14.
- Rijksmonument report
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External links
Media related to Huys Dever at Wikimedia Commons