The castle grounds contain one of the largest hedge mazes in the Netherlands.
It houses the world's largest collection of works by the Dutch magical realist painter Carel Willink.
The Fong Leng fashion collection housed here includes eccentric couture pieces previously worn by Dutch celebrities.
The estate's current landscape design dates back to the 19th century and incorporates a restored orangerie.
The castle features a specific 'White Room' designed to showcase the contrast between historical architecture and modern artistry.
Ruurlo Castle is a 14th-century moated fortress that currently functions as a satellite location for Museum MORE, focusing on the work of Carel Willink and contemporary realism. The castle is situated on a private estate featuring extensive English-style landscaped gardens and a formal maze. The structure underwent significant architectural additions in the 16th and 19th centuries, blending medieval foundations with Neo-Renaissance aesthetics. It is surrounded by a wide moat and occupies an island setting within the Achterhoek region. The interior houses a permanent collection of paintings by Carel Willink and a rotating exhibition of fashion creations by Fong Leng. The surrounding parkland remains accessible to the public as part of the estate grounds. It serves as a marriage location and cultural venue within the province of Gelderland.
The bridge leading to the main entrance provides an unobstructed view of the castle facade reflecting in the moat.
Combine your interior museum visit with a walk through the surrounding estate park.
Check the official website for rotating exhibition updates before visiting, as the fashion collection changes periodically.
Reserve lunch or tea at the on-site restaurant which overlooks the castle moat.
Attempting to visit on Mondays, when the museum is typically closed to the public.
Typically closed on Mondays.
