The 10 Best Historic Walking Areas in The Netherlands, The Netherlands

October 14, 2021 Russell Mellin

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1. Kaeskoppenstad

Postbus 9261, 1800 GG Alkmaar The Netherlands +31 6 19966241 http://www.kaeskoppenstad.nl/
Excellent
76%
Good
24%
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

Kaeskoppenstad

2. Begijnhof

Gedempte Begijnensloot, 1012 RM Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 622 1918 http://www.begijnhofamsterdam.nl/
Excellent
46%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 4,570 reviews

Begijnhof

Tucked away just off Spui, this delightful collection of houses arranged around an open court is well worth searching out.

Reviewed By EileenMtShasta - Mount Shasta, United States

Definitely worth a quick visit, such a nice and peaceful place with two churches and the oldest house in Amsterdam, from the 1400s (it is the black house right in front of the statue of the Begijn lady). I went as part of Rick Steves free "Amsterdam City Walk" audio guide. Do a search online and download it for free!

3. Graslei and Korenlei

Graslei en Korenleih, Ghent Belgium
Excellent
69%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
3%
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0%
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4.5 based on 2,358 reviews

Graslei and Korenlei

Reviewed By N3899ACrolandb - Ferndown, United Kingdom

Just a short stroll from central St.Michaels Bridge along each side of the quay,the range of picturesque and architectural styles are most pleasing to the eye;take along with you a descriptive guidebook,( available from the Tourist Office),and you will find interesting details of the purpose and history of the various buildings (alternatively,take the half hour informative boat trip there- currently a modest €7!)

4. Kraanlei

Kraanlei, Ghent Belgium
Excellent
56%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 182 reviews

Kraanlei

Reviewed By StefanieH443 - Lincoln, United States

The architecture is so beautiful along this waterway, and there are also restaurants with great water views. You can walk on either side as well as take a boat cruise.

5. St Michael's Bridge

Sint-Michielsplein, Ghent 9000 Belgium http://visit.gent.be/en/st-michaels-bridge
Excellent
64%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
5%
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0%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,600 reviews

St Michael's Bridge

Reviewed By TUMBO10 - Essex, United Kingdom

Best views from here and is a key location to find the Christmas Markets in Ghent It is located close to many attractions as Gravensteen, The Belfry aswell Worth going to

6. DelfSail

Delfzijl Harbour and surrounding area, Delfzijl The Netherlands
Excellent
74%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

DelfSail

7. Begijnhof St Elisabeth (St. Elisabeth House)

Kortrijk Belgium +32 56 24 48 38 [email protected]. http://www.kortrijk.be/adressen/begijnhof-unesco-werelderfgoed
Excellent
52%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 354 reviews

Begijnhof St Elisabeth (St. Elisabeth House)

8. Grote Markt

Grote Markt, Haarlem The Netherlands http://visithaarlem.org/haarlem-markets
Excellent
51%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,190 reviews

Grote Markt

Reviewed By springlering - Marietta, United States

We have been in Haarlem for several days, and have visited the Square each day. Our own home has a classic town square, and we’ve grown to appreciate how they change character each visit, as does this one. Surrounded by excellent shopping, quaint streets and alleys, with a stunning church and historic buildings, there are nice restaurants to hang out at, a bustling Saturday market, and for those of you who might share our secret vice, lots of Pokestops to hold your interest. The VVV (tourist information) on the square has several nice brochures featuring historic or memorial walks. Or (and this is the nuttiest tourist tip you’ll ever get) download Pokemon (a free app). Real world locations (or “Pokestops”) are points of interest that locals have added to the game. Particularly in Haarlem, we’ve found all kinds of local buildings, small statues, architectural features and more unique and easy to miss features and oddities we never would have noticed had other players not flagged them on the easy to follow 3D map that is part of the game. Pop into St Bavo’s and see if you are lucky enough to catch an organ rehearsal or concert. The little visitors center next to the big visitors center has a beautifully produced film with a history of Haarlem that is worth seeing.

9. Canals area

Utrecht The Netherlands +31 85 401 9555 http://www.bezoek-utrecht.nl
Excellent
65%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2,284 reviews

Canals area

Reviewed By cwtravelgirl - Cardiff, United Kingdom

One of the few cities that I've been to in the Netherlands where there are restaurants/bars right down at canal level, where lots of people rent kayaks or small boats. Stunning!

10. Ghent City Center

Ghent Belgium +32 9 264 83 03 http://visit.gent.be/en/home
Excellent
75%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 5,371 reviews

Ghent City Center

Reviewed By minervao2019

Amazingly beautiful small city, great Christmas Market, very scenic, great food and bars and a very short train ride from Brussels. Take a taxi into town if you are than 2 people. It’s a rather long walk specially if cold and rainy. It’s only 8E versus 3E for the tram pp. If you have an extra day and have to make a choice between Ghent and Brugge I recommend you choose Ghent.

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