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The picturesque building on the market square is definitely worth a look.

Beautiful photo spot right on the market square.

The fair in Kerkdriel, officially called the Drielse Kermis (Driel Fair), has a rich history. Originally, the fair was an annual market honoring the town's patron saint, linked to its consecration. Over time, the fair evolved, and the Municipality of Maasdriel decided to outsource its organization to a private party. This led to local concerns about affordability and maintaining the fair's convivial atmosphere. To keep the Drielse Kermis authentic and affordable, the Maasdriel Events Foundation (SEM) was established. This foundation, in consultation with the municipality and the organizer, safeguards the interests of residents and strives to create a fair that remains authentic, family-friendly, affordable, and enjoyable. The SEM influences the program and operations surrounding the fair. This overview was generated with the help of AI.

The annual fair in Kerkdriel takes place on Mgr. Zwijsenplein every second weekend of July. Originally held only on Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays, the annual spectacle now begins on Friday evening. The name "Drielse Kermis" refers to the town of Kerkdriel, and the fair has been an integral part of community life for centuries. The name Kerkdriel itself was first mentioned around 815 or 816 as Driela, which refers to three residential areas (Kerkdriel, Velddriel, and Hoenzadriel) or a three-way intersection, along with a deciduous forest on a riverbank, according to the Municipality of Maasdriel. In short, the Drielse Kermis is more than just an event; it's a tradition kept alive by the efforts of the Maasdriel Events Foundation. This overview was generated with the help of AI.

Places of interest: Because 90% of the village was destroyed in the Second World War, few historical buildings have been preserved. * The Historical Museum in the town hall built in 1882. The permanent collection contains many archaeological finds that were found during the excavation of the castle, including a unique collection of coin stamps from the Hedel mint. * Remains of Hedel Castle. * The Maas bridges, see traffic and transport. * The pumping station from 1937. Hedel has three churches: * The Reformed Church was built around 1640 on the foundations of the choir and transept of an earlier church. * The Roman Catholic Sint-Willibrorduskerk was built in 1949 to a design by architect C.H. de Bever to replace the Neo-Gothic church. * The Reformed Churches in the Netherlands held church services in the association building of the Reformed Church, Prins Bernhardstraat 14. Hedelse horse market every 1st Monday after 1 November (All Saints' Day). One of the largest in Europe, has existed since 1719.

Battle of Hedel edit On the night of 22 April 1945, units of the 116th Brigade Royal Marines and the Princess Irene Brigade crossed the Maas to liberate the Betuwe. Troops of the 116th Brigade had also crossed at Kerkdriel, but they encountered so much resistance that they were beaten back. There was no contact possible between the two Brigades. In Hedel, the Irene Brigade was able to hold its own. They withdrew to the Roman Catholic church, the Germans hid in the houses. On 25 April, a street fight broke out. Twelve Irene men and eighteen Germans lost their lives. In the afternoon, the Brigade had to withdraw, so as not to endanger the food transports that were going to the western Netherlands. Source and more: Wikipedia

In Hedel are the remains of Hedel Castle. The castle was already known before 1336, but was destroyed by the French in 1794. In 1802, the Catholic community of Hedel bought the remains and demolished everything that was still standing. Only the Neerhuizinge (outer bailey) remained standing. This building was also destroyed in the Second World War. In 1981/82, archaeological research was carried out and the castle was consolidated and partially rebuilt so that the castle can be recognized again. Source and more information: Wikipedia

Places of interest: * Mgr. Zwijsenplein, formerly d'n Delkant, named after Archbishop Joannes Zwijsen who was born in Kerkdriel. * The former town hall (1888) can be found at Mgr. Zwijsenplein 2, designed by architect Derk Semmelink in neo-Renaissance style. * The current Protestant church was built in 1952. The old church partly dated from the 14th century * The Roman Catholic Sint-Martinuskerk was built in 1954 in the style of the Bossche School. The old Roman Catholic church was also blown up in April 1945. The old church was a Waterstaatskerk, built in 1829. * The Driels Museum on the Teisterbandstraat, housed in an old school building. * Stellingmolen Sara Catharina on the Kievitsham. * Huis Teisterbant, at Teisterbandstraat 27. The building was first mentioned in 1399. * Villa Maria, at Kievitsham 5, is from 1905 and has elements from the Art Nouveau. * Boerderij Scherpenheuvel, at Teisterbandstraat 26, hall house farm with 17th century core.