Het Loo Palace

Het Loo Palace is a royal palace in Apeldoorn, built between 1684 and 1686 for Stadtholder William III of Orange, who later became King of England. The palace was designed by architect Jacob Roman in Dutch Baroque style.

Throughout history, Het Loo has been a summer residence for several generations of the Dutch royal house. Queen Wilhelmina lived here after her abdication in 1948 until her death in 1962. Princess Margriet and Professor Pieter van Vollenhoven also lived at the palace for many years.

The palace is especially known for its spectacular Baroque gardens, which were restored to their original splendor in the 1980s. The gardens include intricate parterres, fountains, and a large colonnade.

In 2022, Het Loo Palace reopened after an extensive renovation that included a new underground museum wing. The palace now functions as a museum and is open to the public year-round. Visitors can explore the royal apartments, gardens, and learn about 350 years of royal history.