Abbey of Egmond

Egmond Abbey Discover the tranquility and beauty of Egmond Abbey, one of the oldest and most significant Benedictine abbeys in the northern Netherlands, located in the picturesque Egmond-Binnen. What can you expect at Egmond Abbey? - Rich History: The current abbey, re-established in 1935, continues a rich Benedictine tradition that thrived in Egmond during the ...
Castle Ruin Huys Egmont

A historical monument that highlights the rich history of this region. What can you expect at the Castle Ruin in Egmond aan den Hoef? - Historical Monument: The Castle Ruin, dating back to the Middle Ages, is all that remains of the once-mighty Castle op den Hoef. This ruin tells the story of the influential Van Egmond family. - Educational Exhibition: Discover ...
Lighthouse J.C.J. van Speijk Egmond

He proudly perched high on the dunes: our lighthouse, called after JCJ van Speijk. The Lieutenant van Speijk blew himself and the crew up in the port of Antwerp in 1831, so he did not felt into the hands of the Belgians. For centuries the Egmond lighthouse is a beacon for sailors. Yet every night the Van Speijk shines his familiar light over the sea and the ...