Nijenhuis Castle & Museum de Fundatie

Anyone who loves art and culture during a stay at Bed & Wijn at De Kasteelhoeve in IJhorst should not skip Nijenhuis Castle near Heino. This atmospheric castle is one of the two locations of Museum de Fundatie and combines centuries-old allure with surprising art. A short drive from the Reest valley, here you experience a day full of paintings, sculptures and country-estate ambience — ideal for anyone who wants to unite culture and nature in a single outing.

Museum de Fundatie

Museum de Fundatie has two locations: the well-known museum building in the centre of Zwolle and Nijenhuis Castle near Heino. At the castle a large part of the collection is housed, supplemented with changing exhibitions. Because the two locations belong together, you can nicely combine a visit to the castle with a day in Zwolle, where the city museum with its striking dome is also worth the trip.

Art in a castle

In the stately castle hangs and stands a rich collection of classical and modern art, from old masters to contemporary works. The combination of historic halls and surprising art makes a visit special: you wander through a real castle while enjoying masterpieces. There are regularly changing exhibitions, so there is always something new to discover and a repeat visit is well worth it too.

A sculpture garden to wander through

Around the castle lies a beautiful sculpture garden and an English landscape park. Among the greenery, the water features and the old trees stand sculptures that you discover during a quiet walk. That way you combine culture and nature in one place — a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. The alternation of art indoors and sculptures outdoors makes a visit suitable for everyone, whether you are a seasoned museum-goer or mainly enjoy a fine walk.

The estate around the castle

Nijenhuis Castle stands on a handsome estate in the small-scale landscape near Heino. The moats around the castle, the old lanes and the surrounding greenery give the place a quiet, timeless atmosphere. A walk across the estate is an experience in itself, and connects seamlessly with the nature you also find around the Reest valley.

Culture a short distance away

Nijenhuis Castle lies a short drive from IJhorst, in the handsome landscape near Heino. It is an ideal destination for a less sunny day or for anyone seeking a change between nature and culture. The indoor programme makes the castle a pleasant outing even in the rain, while in fine weather you explore the sculpture garden and the estate.

Combining with the surroundings

A visit to the castle combines well with other outings nearby. Anyone who loves nature can drive on to the Sallandse Heuvelrug or the Vecht valley near Ommen. There are plenty of other destinations to choose from too. That way you put together a day that effortlessly connects art, castle ambience and the outdoors.

Back to the farmstead

After a day of art and walking you return to your suite at Bed & Wijn in the Reest valley. Take a look at the available dates, close the day with a glass of wine and let the impressions settle quietly.