Discover art and history in Diepenheim

Diepenheim offers a range of ways to explore local history, art and cultural landscapes. The protected historic centre, the Drawing Centre with its outdoor collection and walking routes connected to history each offer their own distinctive focus. This lets you discover the town through the subjects that interest you most.

Townscape and architectural history

The historic centre along Grotestraat has protected townscape status. The appearance of the Den Haller Watermill is also protected: since 1991, it has been recognised as a protected village scene. The Den Haller grain watermill dates back to 1169 and is located on the road from Diepenheim to Hengevelde.

On the edge of town stands Huis te Diepenheim, built by Berent Bentinck in 1648. A section of woodland on the Huis te Diepenheim estate is called Sterrebos. If you plan to visit this woodland, check for any access restrictions before your visit. On the Nijenhuis estate, the historic ice cellar is now home to a bat colony.

The Oranjemuseum in Diepenheim also has its own distinctive focus: its collection includes more than 2,000 orange-coloured objects. The town’s history thus ranges from protected townscapes and historic buildings to a collection devoted to a clearly defined subject.

Art, programmes and open-air theatre

The Drawing Centre Diepenheim is an internationally oriented Dutch art platform for drawing. The Centre’s gardens form a distinctive outdoor collection where various artists present their perspectives on gardens, nature and landscape. Its programme includes exhibitions, public programmes, artist residencies, masterclasses and an educational programme.

Heimland also combines culture with an open-air format: during this theatre festival, Diepenheim serves as a stage for open-air theatre. The programme ranges from site-specific theatre to circus, music and dance. If you plan to attend a particular edition, check its current details in advance.

Landscape and walking routes

Much of the landscape pattern around Diepenheim dating from around 1930 is still recognisable. This includes a kampen landscape with winding roads. The Regge begins at the Westerflier estate in Diepenheim, branching off from the Schipbeek. Its natural, meandering course has been restored in recent years.

Two routes offer different focuses for walks: the Diepenheim Walking Route passes the Rietmanzuiltjes and tells the story of Diepenheim’s rich history. The Diepenheim Castles Route passes Kasteel Warmelo, Huize Diepenheim and Kasteel Nijenhuis. A free route map for the Diepenheim Walking Route is available, among other places, at the Cultuurcentrum Herberg de Pol; check local availability.

Market and tastings

The Heerlijcke Markt Diepenheim takes place on the first Sunday of every month. It features unique and creative designs, as well as tastings of artisan-made products. Check the current programme before your visit.

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