Castle Biljoen
The history of Castle Biljoen goes back to 1530. The Duke of Gelre, Karel van Egmond, ordered the castle to be built. Since then, Billion has been expanded and renovated many times. The last restoration is from 2009.
The house we see today took shape in the second half of the 17th century. The Baroque bell-shaped helmets on the towers were then added. In the 18th century, the interior and landscaping changed drastically. The then owner was inspired by a trip to Italy. The large hall on the first floor is a testament to this. The walls and ceiling of the hall are plastered 'Vedute di Roma'.
The nature of the estate is also spec…
The history of Castle Biljoen goes back to 1530. The Duke of Gelre, Karel van Egmond, ordered the castle to be built. Since then, Billion has been expanded and renovated many times. The last restoration is from 2009.
The house we see today took shape in the second half of the 17th century. The Baroque bell-shaped helmets on the towers were then added. In the 18th century, the interior and landscaping changed drastically. The then owner was inspired by a trip to Italy. The large hall on the first floor is a testament to this. The walls and ceiling of the hall are plastered 'Vedute di Roma'.
The nature of the estate is also special. There are old trees. There is a stream and many water features with cascades. There are special and sometimes very rare plant and animal species. The park forest contains an ice cellar, several monumental 18th-century garden vases and garden fences. A special feature is a late 19th century dog house in the forecourt in which three horizontal wine barrels form the housing for the dogs. The castle moat of Billion is fed with water from the Beekhuizense Beek. The best place to skate when the weather cooperates in winter!
The estate is owned by Geldersch Landschap & Kasteelen. The castle is privately inhabited and can only be visited (partly) on a limited basis. Look here for the excursions and more information about Billion.
You can walk in the landscape park around Billion. Combined with the Velperuiterwaarden or the Beekhuizen estate, you can make a complete (afternoon) day out of it.
