Day Trip
Open Air Museum De Locht
Limburg Mushroom and Asparagus
5 minuten rijden
from Parkhotel Horst
Melderslo
where to find it
Day Trip
type of outing
Explore Rural Life in North Limburg
Open Air Museum “De Locht” offers a glimpse into the past with exhibitions, demonstrations of old crafts, tools, and utensils, providing insight into life in rural North Limburg from 1850 to 1950. However, the museum also delves into the modern era. Here, you’ll find exhibits showcasing modern agricultural practices, including mushroom and asparagus production, greenhouse horticulture, and various modern food applications. Additionally, the museum features a day laborer’s cottage, brewery, clog workshop, forge, and chapel, making it a comprehensive representation of the region’s history and culture.
Discover Museum ‘De Kantfabriek’
If you want to immerse yourself further in the atmosphere of old crafts after your visit to Museum de Locht, be sure to visit the Museum de Kantfabriek in Horst as well. The still-functioning lace machines are the heart of the Museum de Kantfabriek. Here, the story of the textile industry in the region is told, complemented by intriguing temporary exhibitions with textiles as the focal point.
Limburg Mushroom and Asparagus
How to get there
Openlucht Museum de Locht, Broekhuizerdijk, Melderslo, Nederland
From the hotel it takes roughly:
- 5 min by car
- 11 min by bike
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