Kasteel Van Loye

Lummen, Belgium

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Kasteel Van Loye is a historic water castle located in Lummen, Belgium, originally built in 1429. It is unique for its blend of architectural styles, combining Gothic, Maasland Renaissance from the 17th century, and Classical elements from the 18th century, reflecting its evolution through various renovations.

The castle sits within a large estate of over 300 hectares, featuring significant natural surroundings with rare plant and animal species as well as a chapel known as the Sterkapel. Historically, it was home to prominent families such as the Van Horion, Van Elderen, Van der Heyden, and De Fabribeckers de Cortils et Grâce, including Johan Lodewijk van Elderen, who served as Prince-Bishop of Liège in the late 1600s.

The castle is privately owned and not generally open to the public except for limited access to the chapel area during May. The estate retains its water-filled moat and well-preserved features like a gate adorned with lion statues and trompe-l'œil painted windows designed to evade luxury tax.​