Laren, Gelderland
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Laren is a village in the Dutch province of Gelderland. It is located in the municipality of Lochem. Laren was a separate municipality until 1971, when it was merged with Lochem.[1]
History
It was first mentioned between 1294 and 1295 as Lare, and means pasture in forest.[2] Laren developed into a village in the 19th century along the road from Lochem to Deventer. In 1835, the Dutch Reformed Church was completed.[3] In 1840, it was home to 612 people.[4]
Huis Verwolde is a former havezate. It was first mentioned in 1346. In 1510, it was ordered destroyed by the Prince-Bishop of Utrecht and torn down.Template:Why[5] In 1776, it was replaced by the current building. In 1927, a tower was added to the estate.[3] In 1976, it was sold. It has been opened for visitors, and there are holiday homes near the estate.[5]
People
- Gijs Verdick (1994-2016), professional cyclist
Gallery
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Villa in Laren
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Tomb
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Huis Verwolde
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Train station Almen-Laren
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References
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