Discover the most beautiful museums in and around Lochem
Sonja & Richard Heimans
6 November 2026
Lochem and the surrounding Achterhoek region have a rich history and a wonderful range of cultural attractions. Whether you’re interested in historic castle gardens, impressive art collections or local wartime history, there’s plenty to discover within a 20-kilometre radius. Here are seven exceptional museums in and around Lochem that are definitely worth a visit!
Liberation Museum
- 📜 This museum provides a compelling insight into the liberation of Lochem and everyday life during the Second World War.
- 🌐 Visit the Liberation Museum’s website.
Phoenix Observatory
- 🔭 At this public observatory, you can learn all about planets, stars and the universe in an accessible way.
- 🌐 Visit the Phoenix Observatory website.
STAAL Museum
- 🌳 In this charming museum in Almen, you’ll discover everything about the culture, history and landscape of the Achterhoek.
- 🌐 Visit the Museum STAAL website.
Verwolde House
- 🏰 This beautiful historic country house in Laren gives you a glimpse into how an aristocratic family used to live on an Achterhoek estate.
- 🌐 Visit the Huis Verwolde website.
Museum MORE
- 🎨 In the picturesque village of Gorssel, you’ll find the largest museum dedicated to Dutch Modern Realism, boasting an impressive art collection.
- 🌐 Visit the Museum MORE website.
Ruurlo Castle
- 👑 This fairytale-like 14th-century castle provides the backdrop for a large collection of works by the master painter Carel Willink.
- 🌐 Visit the Ruurlo Castle website.
Borculo Fire Brigade Museum
- 🚒 Here you can admire one of the largest and most diverse collections of historic fire engines and firefighting equipment in the Netherlands.
- 🌐 Visit the Borculo Fire Brigade Museum website.
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