Beautiful More beautiful most beautiful
- The Netherlands
- Gelderland
- Zutphen
- 54.26 km (Approximately 03:11 u)
- Cycling route 336240
Beautiful More beautiful most beautiful
- The Netherlands
- Gelderland
- Zutphen
- 54.26 km (Approximately 03:11 u)
- Cycling route 336240
About country estates and estates
After the Middle Ages, the nobility has made way for a new elite, which has become rich mainly through trade. The'new rich\\\' have also made their way to the best jobs in politics. They are full of money and look for beautiful places outside the cities for a luxurious country house. They convert their wealth into paradise estates with beautiful country houses such as Huis Verwolde and Huis de Voorst.
After the Middle Ages, the nobility has made way for a new elite, which has become rich mainly through trade. The'new rich\\\' have also made their way to the best jobs in politics. They are full of money and look for beautiful places outside the cities for a luxurious country house. They convert their wealth into paradise estates with beautiful country houses such as Huis Verwolde and Huis de Voorst.
Staring dome
In addition to a house, a country estate often included several outbuildings, such as an orangery, coach house, stable and a tea house. The latter had been known abroad for some time, but it took a while before this status symbol also made its appearance in the Netherlands. It was not until the Golden Age that some residents decided to waste their money on such'useless\\\' houses. When the first domes appeared, more soon followed. They were a great way to show how rich you were!
In addition to a house, a country estate often included several outbuildings, such as an orangery, coach house, stable and a tea house. The latter had been known abroad for some time, but it took a while before this status symbol also made its appearance in the Netherlands. It was not until the Golden Age that some residents decided to waste their money on such'useless\\\' houses. When the first domes appeared, more soon followed. They were a great way to show how rich you were!
House De Voorst
Arnold Joost van Keppel, landed gentry of not too wealthy descent, received Huis De Voorst as a gift from King-Stadholder Willem III at the end of the 17th century. Willem had just moved into the brand new palace Het Loo, together with his wife Mary Stuart. At the time, Van Keppel worked at William's court and soon became the most intimate friend of the powerful king. Willem engaged the architects of Het Loo to design a majestic accommodation on the estate of Van Keppel's ancestors. Huis De Voorst became a small copy of Het Loo and was nicknamed'The Versailles of the Achterhoek\\\'.
Arnold Joost van Keppel, landed gentry of not too wealthy descent, received Huis De Voorst as a gift from King-Stadholder Willem III at the end of the 17th century. Willem had just moved into the brand new palace Het Loo, together with his wife Mary Stuart. At the time, Van Keppel worked at William's court and soon became the most intimate friend of the powerful king. Willem engaged the architects of Het Loo to design a majestic accommodation on the estate of Van Keppel's ancestors. Huis De Voorst became a small copy of Het Loo and was nicknamed'The Versailles of the Achterhoek\\\'.
The Achterhoek is an excellent region for cyclists and walkers. Explore this beautiful region by bike or on foot in a special way: with your smartphone. With the AbelLife app you can enjoy interesting anecdotes, videos, photos and fun tips for the road. The app shows you the way and along the way you will learn more about historical sights, the nature around you and nice restaurants in the area.
Would you like to try that?
Then download the AbelLife app and download a separate route or purchase a route booklet at one of the VVV\\\'s in the Achterhoek and use the voucher code in the front of the booklet. More information can be found at www.achterhoek.nl/routes or at www.abellife.nl
Directions
| # | Description | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 7203DS, Zutphen, Gelderland, The Netherlands | 0.00 km | |
| Landgoed Huis De Voorst (Huis de Voorst, 7211MA, Lochem, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 0.18 km | |
23 | 23 (Dorpsstraat, 7245AK, Lochem, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 14.68 km |
22 | 22 (7245VW, Lochem, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 15.36 km |
| Huis Verwolde (7245TL, Lochem, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 18.40 km | |
17 | 17 (Dochterenseweg, 7245NN, Lochem, Gelderland, The Netherlands) | 36.11 km |
Pause places
Landhotel De Hoofdige Boer
Dorpsstraat 38
7218 AH Lochem
http://www.dehoofdigeboer.nl
Landhotel De Hoofdige Boer is a hotel-cafe-restaurant in the picturesque village center of Almen. In this region you can take wonderful bike rides through the Grote Veld and through the beautiful IJssel valley. With Zutphen there is also a beautiful Hanseatic city within cycling reach. After a day in the fresh air, you can relax further at Landhotel De Hoofdige Boer. In this cozy hotel you are welcome for a drink and refreshment on the terrace. Do you want to have an atmospheric dinner? That is also possible at De Hoofdige Boer. Just like a comfortable overnight stay.
Sights
Landgoed Huis De Voorst
Huis de Voorst 10
7211MA Lochem
http://spannendegeschiedenis.nl/buitenplaatsen-en-landgoederen
The Huis De Voorst estate was built around 1700 by order of Arnold Joost van Keppel, who had earned a fortune at the court of Stadholder William III. Because of the resemblance to the palace of Willem III, De Voorst was nicknamed 'Het kleine Loo' and the lush gardens gave it the honorary title 'Versailles van de Achterhoek'.
Huis Verwolde
This was once a medieval castle with thick walls, three ramparts and three moats. You would think that it was easy to defend, but it was completely destroyed during a fierce battle between Gelre and the Oversticht (Overijssel). The current house, which was built in the 18th century, was sold in 1977 to the Geldersch Landschap & Kasteelen Foundation. Since then, the rooms have been refurbished according to their original functions.
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