(D) Dyck Castle. Landscaper's Paradise!
Founded it the 11th century the property stayed in the family Salm-Reifferscheidt-Dyck for 900 years until it was turned into a foundation in 1999.The castle is located in the low lands, hence naturally moats were the the means of protection against invasion and conquest.
We admit, this is the most beautiful piece of historic architecture we have seen so far, and thanks to its foundation it is well maintained.
The other beauty of the place are the tamed nature that surrounds the castle. One of the family's (female) ancestors was a passionate gardener. She imported a lot of foreign plant life, that thrived in this mild micro climate, and composed and designed the gardens.
Naturally waterfowl has settled in, and enjoys the gardens as well.
The gardens smelled beautiful, but surely require a lot of work.
Again, thinking of Martha. She would probably move in immediately, and never look back.
... to be continued ...