Kasteel Radboud

The construction of Kasteel Radboud was commissioned in 1282 by Floris V of Holland. After the subjugation of West Friesland, the castle served to secure the newly acquired territory and was part of a defense system against the West Frisians. Its original design resembled that of Muiderslot Castle. The stronghold was besieged multiple times, including in 1572 and 1588 during the Eighty Years' War, and also temporarily served as a prison. From the 17th century onwards, the castle began to decay, and parts of the complex were demolished. At the end of the 19th century, in 1889, the state took over the castle and initiated renovations. From 1897 to 1934, one of the castle halls housed the Medemblik district court. After further restoration work in 1964 and 1965, a museum was established within the castle.