A few historic sights in and around Geleen are worth listing.
Jansgeleen Castle, St. Jansgeleen 2, Spaubeek. Although in fact located in the village of Spaubeek, this castle is just 3 km from Geleen and therefor easy to include in your sightseeing efforts. In the 16th century, it was the first seat of the former County of Geleen. Although originally named after one of the 15th century owners, Lord Jan Rode van Opsinnich, it was later erroneously renamed after St. John the Baptist and now also often referred to as Sint-Jansgeleen. �
Sint Janskluis, Kluis 1, ☎ 046 4759769, . This 17th century religious hermitage is now a praying chapel. �
Biesenhof, Biesenweg 1, ☎ 046-4432003, . First records of this historic farm date back to the 13th century. The nicely restored building is now a restaurant and hotel. �
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