Cannenburch Castle
Cannenburch is a castle with mediaeval origins that can be found in Vaassen, surrounded by an ancient wooded park with meadows and ponds. The castle’s historical setting is relatively intact.
The old layout of the park and the millstreams are still visible in the landscape. Cannenburch Castle is a richly furnished nobleman’s house. Field Marshall Marten van Rossem built the castle on the ruins of a mediaeval stronghold. The original inhabitants of this castle take you back to the 18th century. You can tour the castle, the steward’s house and the park on your own with the help of an English audio tour or an app. English tours can be given upon request. Children will be amazed by the paintings that come alive and the castle’s fantastic attic.
Catering
Catering …
Cannenburch is a castle with mediaeval origins that can be found in Vaassen, surrounded by an ancient wooded park with meadows and ponds. The castle’s historical setting is relatively intact.
The old layout of the park and the millstreams are still visible in the landscape. Cannenburch Castle is a richly furnished nobleman’s house. Field Marshall Marten van Rossem built the castle on the ruins of a mediaeval stronghold. The original inhabitants of this castle take you back to the 18th century. You can tour the castle, the steward’s house and the park on your own with the help of an English audio tour or an app. English tours can be given upon request. Children will be amazed by the paintings that come alive and the castle’s fantastic attic.
Catering
Catering services such as coffee or lunch are served at Restaurant ‘t Koetshuis which is immediately adjacent to the castle. Coffee and cake is available for €6.50 p.p. and a three-course lunch costs €13.25 per p.p. (drinks not included). For groups of max. 15 people, coffee and cake can also be served in the castle’s mediaeval vaulted cellars.
Explore the castle at your leisure
Audio tours are available in English and German. Admission to the castle and the adjacent Bouwhuis costs €11.00 + €1.00 for the audio tour. Entry to the castle grounds is free between sunrise and sunset. The information from the audio tour is also available for free in English and German via the Podcatcher Audio Guide app. The castle is open from Tuesday-Sunday from 12.00-17.00h from April-October.
Guided tours
Guided tours of Cannenburch Castle are available in English and German all year round by prior appointment. Groups may comprise max. 20 people and for tour operators the price is € 8 p.p.
Accessibility
The area in front of the castle is paved, making it suitable for wheelchairs, as are the paths in the castle grounds. The castle shop and the introductory video are located on the ground floor, as is Restaurant ‘t Koetshuis. Both buildings also have accessible toilet facilities for people with reduced mobility. Unfortunately, the only way to reach the castle museum is by climbing approximately a dozen steps.
Parking
Parking is free. Coaches can park directly opposite the driveway on the land between Julianalaan and Ireneweg. A charging point is available in the bike sheds.
Opening times
Check the website for the current opening hours
Reservation required
To spread crowds and ensure the safety of visitors and employees, everyone must reserve a date and time slot in advance. This also applies to visitors with a donation pass, Museum card or other valid admission ticket. Reservations can be made via https://tickets.glk.nl/cannenburch.
Prices
- Admission charges (per person)
Adults € 12,00
Children age 4-18 € 5,00
Audiotour € 1,00
