Schlümbach's Xylotheek is an extraordinary wood collection in book form from 1790. Xylon is the Greek word for wood. Each 'book' is made of a type of wood. King Louis Napoleon gave this collection to the University of Leiden in 1809. Since 1980, the Xylon library has been on display in the castle, in a special climate cabinet.

When

  • Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11.00 - 17.00
  • Every Saturday and Sunday 12.00 - 16.00

Prices

  • Adults € 6,50
  • Children € 4.50 Children from 4 to 11 years old
  • Children Free Children under 4 years
  • Members Free Friends of Groeneveld
  • A surcharge of €2.50 applies for the use of a tablet in the children’s loft.
    For special events, different (higher) admission prices apply.
    The park, garden and shop are free to visit.
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