It is notable for its castle and church and two ponds, which define the village's centre.

The village was first mentioned between 1247 and 1288 as Rode, and means "cultivated forest".

In the 14th century Wijnand was added after Winant van de Bongard to distinguish from other "rade" villages.

There was a motte-and-bailey castle near the village in the 12th century where a chapel was erected.

[4] The St Stephanus Church was rebuilt in 1628 and modified and enlarged in 1754.