Haag Castle

The first documented mention of a farm in “ghen Haege” dates back to 1337, when it was owned by Konrad von Issum. Later, in 1363, two farms of the same name were attributed to Johann von Boedberg. After its incorporation into the County of Geldern in 1382, Haag became a sub-fief of the House of Hoenselaer. Johann von Boedberg, a grandson of the earlier Johann and a member of the Geldern knighthood, acquired the hereditary marshal's office in 1431. The castle remained in the von Boedberg family for generations until Cornelius von Boedberg died childless in 1585. His brother Arnold succeeded him but also died without male heirs in 1613. Subsequently, the castle passed to Ulrich, Lord of Hoensbroek, who was married to Johanna von Boedberg, Arnold's sister. Ulrich's son Adrian took over the property and the hereditary marshal's office in 1618. His son, Arnold Adrian, was elevated to the rank of Marquis in 1675 by Spanish King Charles II for his services.