The famous castle ruin is being demolished, even though not every Almeerder is happy about it: 'Everyone has climbed over the fences'

The long-abandoned castle in Almere is set to be demolished to make way for a new residential area and a new castle. While the municipality and a development consortium support the project, some locals express disappointment, arguing that the existing structure holds cultural significance. Originally conceived as a wedding venue, the castle has remained unfinished for nearly 25 years due to financial issues. Despite various proposals to revive the site, including plans for a theme park, none materialized. The decision to demolish has sparked debate among residents, with some advocating for preservation. An engineering report deemed the castle too deteriorated for safe restoration, leading to the current plans for redevelopment.