A stay in Molenschot offers several distinct highlights: devotion to Saint Anne is at the heart of a local pilgrimage tradition, while the Boomkikkerpad connects farmland, woodland and the village along one route. Toxandria Golf Club adds another highlight for golfers. Depending on whether you are interested in religious heritage, nature and scenery, or golf, these attractions can shape your stay in different ways.
St Anne’s Chapel and pilgrimage
Devotion to Saint Anne has a long history in Molenschot. St Anne’s Chapel, opposite the church, was dedicated to her in the 19th century. Another focal point is the Brotherhood of Saint Anne, founded on 1 June 1879; annual pilgrimages from the surrounding area began afterwards. On a pilgrimage, worshippers ask Saint Anne to intercede in matters of marriage and family, when seeking a spouse, and when hoping to have children.
The feast day of Saint Anne is celebrated every year on 26 July at St Anne’s Church. If you are travelling specifically for the festival, check the latest dates and arrangements in advance.
Visiting St Anne’s Chapel
Visitors can light a candle in St Anne’s Chapel daily from 10:00 to 18:00 in summer and from 10:00 to 17:00 in winter. If you are planning a visit, check the current opening times before travelling. For planning purposes, the feast day is celebrated at St Anne’s Church on 26 July, while candles can be lit in St Anne’s Chapel during its seasonal daily opening hours.
Boomkikkerpad: village and countryside
The Boomkikkerpad starts at Landgoed Toxandria, Veenstraat 89, in Molenschot and passes through farmland, woodland and the distinctive village. The route forms part of an ecological corridor. It is therefore suited to visitors who want to take in both the agricultural surroundings and Molenschot itself on one walk. The address makes it easy to plan where to start. Check the latest route information before setting out, as trail conditions can change.
Toxandria Golf Club
Toxandria Golf Club in Molenschot offers another distinct highlight. Its course was originally designed by British golf course architect Harry S. Colt. Green-fee players are welcome, as are guests introduced by a member. If you are planning to play golf, you can organise your stay around either of these two ways of visiting; check the club’s latest visitor information in advance.
Alpacas and farm shop
At Recreatieboerderij Wilgenhart, visitors can see alpacas, take them for a walk or feed them. During the high tea, guests can feed the alpacas between the two courses. This makes the animal activity part of the high tea experience. There is also a farm shop on the premises selling local products. Check opening times and activity availability, as well as the shop’s opening days, before your visit.
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