Timeline
10:00
Arrive at Kasteel de Kelder. It opens at 10:00, so you can head straight in to see the former manor and estate on the river dunes. Go early to enjoy the quiet atmosphere before the crowds arrive.
10:45
Walk south for 20 minutes to the D-Toren. This interactive public art sculpture by Lars Spuybroek is a striking landmark in the city. Take a moment to engage with the piece and look around the area.
11:00
Head back towards the D-Toren area (3 minutes walk) and stop at Merleyn. It is a café that fits the daytime vibe perfectly. Grab a drink or a light snack to enjoy the rest of your afternoon.
Local tip
Kasteel de Kelder is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 15:00. Merleyn is open from 14:00 on Tuesdays through Thursdays, and from 14:00 on Fridays through Sundays. If you visit on a Monday, Merleyn is only open from 18:00, so plan your café stop accordingly or choose another spot like Stadscafé Simons which opens at 10:00 daily.
Check before you go
- Kasteel de Kelder is located directly behind the Slingeland Ziekenhuis.
- Walking between Kasteel de Kelder and D-Toren takes about 20 minutes.
- Merleyn is a 3-minute walk from D-Toren.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Doetinchem (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).