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The Liemers is a region in Gelderland, the Netherlands. The region is located between the Dutch-German border and the Rhine, IJssel and Oude IJssel rivers. The region consists of the municipalities of Duiven, Montferland (though not officially), Westervoort and Zevenaar.
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The Boetselaersborg was built in 1550 by Daem and Hector, two bastard sons of Willem III of Bergh. It was damaged severely during the Eighty Years War, and it was fully restored by 1632. The settlement was largely expanded upon in 1725 and 1927.
The medieval castle De Kemnade is a small yet picturesque castle by the merging point of the Waalse Water and the river Oude IJssel. The building is privately owned, but its garden and some of the building can be visited when an appointment is made, which will get you an hour-long private tour organised by the owner.
The Byvanck is a non-accessible, privately owned castle. Though it is privately owned, the surrounding estate can be visited freely.
Bergh Castle
The Kasteel Huis Bergh or Bergh Castle is a castle in 's-Heerenberg, and used to be owned by the counts of Bergh. The building dates back to the 13th century, though the then constructed castle burned down in 1735. It was rebuilt shortly after. Nowadays the castle houses many Italian artworks and an extrordenary collection of medieval handwritings. Furthermore, the castle is occasionally used by travelling theatres.
Bergh Mint
The counts of Bergh had several minting companies at or near their castles in 's-Heerenberg. The mint, which was built upon medieval privileges given to the counts of Bergh, was blooming mostly in the 16th century. This mint specifically, has been used between 1580 and 1632, after which private minting companies were forbidden by the Dutch state. Groups can request a tour of the mint at any time of year. Individuals can visit the mint and the Bergh Castle at certain times.
The only karting track of the region. It offers an indoor track with many sharp corners and a difference in elevation, as both the ground floor and first floor are part of the track.
Rhederlaag is a recreational water between Giesbeek and the river IJssel. It has been created artificially to ease the number of visitors going to the Posbank.
Bungalow park right besides the recreational waters of Stroombroek.
By train
To get into the Liemers by train, first make your way to Arnhem, where you need to take the train heading for Doetinchem and/or Winterswijk.
As for all of the Netherlands, bikes can be used for short distance travel. For long distances, a (rental) car or bus is advised. The North of the region can also be travelled by train.
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