Etten, Netherlands

Etten is a village in the Dutch province of Gelderland. It is located in the municipality of Oude IJsselstreek, 7 km southeast of Doetinchem.

Etten was a separate municipality until 1818, when it was merged with Gendringen.

History
It was first mentioned around 1200 as de Ettene. The etymology in clear. The village started on a river dune along the Oude IJssel. The Dutch Reformed Church dates from the 15th century. The tower has 11th century elements. Castle Schuylenburgh was a medieval castle. It was bombed twice during World War II, and later demolished. In 1840, it was home to 292 people.