Zierikzee is a monument town on the Oosterschelde on Schouwen-Duiveland, with more than 500 listed buildings. Medieval gates, an old harbour with traditional ships and the mighty Dikke Toren make it one of the finest historic towns in the Netherlands. What can you expect at Zierikzee? - History: Count William II confirmed ...
Delft is a city with a unique character. Historic, charming and typically Dutch, yet lively and contemporary at the same time. Known for Delft Blue, Johannes Vermeer and William of Orange, but also loved for its atmospheric canals, cosy squares and compact city centre. Delft is perfect for a day trip or a relaxing weekend ...
Rotterdam is the city of modern architecture on the Nieuwe Maas, with Europe's largest seaport. After the bombing of 1940 the centre was rebuilt, and today the city is an open air museum of bold buildings. What can you expect at Rotterdam? - History: Rotterdam grew up around a dam in the Rotte and received city rights in ...
Gouda is one of those cities you fall in love with straight away. Known for its world-famous cheese, but surprisingly varied once you start exploring. From a beautiful historic centre and atmospheric canals to lively market squares and interesting museums. Gouda is compact, authentic and perfect for a day trip or a weekend ...
Leiden is a university and museum city with a historic centre full of canals and leafy quays. It is the birthplace of Rembrandt and the nearest city to Noordwijk and Katwijk. What can you expect at Leiden? - History: In 1574 the Spanish siege was lifted by breaching the dikes, an event celebrated every year on 3 October. ...
Rotterdam is the city of modern architecture on the Nieuwe Maas, with Europe's largest seaport. After the bombing of 1940 the centre was rebuilt, and today the city is an open air museum of bold buildings. What can you expect at Rotterdam? - History: Rotterdam grew up around a dam in the Rotte and received city rights in ...
Haarlem is the capital of North Holland and a compact historic city on the Spaarne. It lies close to the dunes, Zandvoort and the bulb fields. What can you expect at Haarlem? - History: Haarlem received city rights in 1245 and withstood a seven month Spanish siege in 1572 and 1573. Frans Hals and Jacob van Ruisdael worked ...
Brouwershaven is a small historic harbour town on Lake Grevelingen on Schouwen-Duiveland. Its protected townscape, great church and marina give it a calm maritime feel. What can you expect at Brouwershaven? - History: The town was founded around 1285 and received city rights in 1403. For a long time it was a transshipment ...
Bruinisse, known locally as Bru, is the mussel village of Schouwen-Duiveland. It lies between Lake Grevelingen and the Oosterschelde, with a working fishing harbour and a large marina. What can you expect at Bruinisse? - Sights: The Brusea museum tells the story of fishing and shows an 18th century fisherman's cottage. A ...
