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Royal family commemorates Prince Claus on his 100th birthday

The Royal Family honors Prince Claus in Hitzacker, where he was born, with various ceremonies.

6 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Archive photo: Royal family commemorates Prince Claus on his 100th birthday — Archive photoPhoto: Croes, Rob C. for Anefo · Wikimedia Commons · CC0

On the 100th birthday of Prince Claus, the Royal Family organized a memorial in Hitzacker, Germany. The ceremony was attended by Princess Beatrix, King Willem-Alexander, and Prince Constantijn. Prince Claus, the husband of Beatrix, passed away in 2002.

The ceremony included a visit to a monument dedicated to Claus. The royal family walked along the Prinz-Claus-Promenade, named in his honor. This promenade serves as a tribute to his life and work.

One of the highlights of the ceremony was the moment when King Willem-Alexander poured water onto a tree known as the King's Lime. This tree was previously planted in tribute to Prince Claus.

Royal family commemorates Prince Claus on his 100th birthday — Photo: Minister-president · Flickr · BY

The memorial in Hitzacker is symbolic, as it is the birthplace of Claus von Amsberg. The royal family paid tribute to his life and influence in this way.

Prince Claus played a significant role in Dutch society, focusing on social and cultural issues. His legacy is still remembered by both the family and the public.

The activities provide an opportunity for the family to share their grief and memories of Prince Claus, as well as his impact on both the monarchy and society.

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