Huis ter Kleef
Ruins Ruined medieval castle and historic defensive site
Ruined manor house near Haarlem featuring castle remnants and historic grounds; visited for archaeology, local history and occasional cultural events.
How to Get to Huis ter Kleef #
Huis ter Kleef is in the Haarlem/Heemstede area of North Holland. It is best reached by local roads or bike routes from Haarlem centre; public-transport connections include local buses that serve the area-check municipal tourist information for exact stops and walking routes.
Tips for Visiting Huis ter Kleef #
- The castle ruin sits near the Kleverberg/Huis ter Kleef sports grounds-combine with a walk through nearby parks.
- Check local tourist-office opening times if hoping to enter any preserved rooms or see interpretive displays.
- Visit in late afternoon for warm light on the old brickwork and fewer local footballers.
Best Time to Visit Huis ter Kleef #
Late spring through summer is best for combining the ruin with other Haarlem cultural visits and parkland walks.
Weather & Climate near Huis ter Kleef #
Huis ter Kleef's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (837 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 99 mm of rain, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.