Historische bezienswaardigheden in Gouda
Gouda Heritage Trail
Gouda’s historical center is defined by its architectural legacy, ranging from the 15th-century Gothic Stadhuis to the 17th-century Waag designed by Pieter Post. This trail highlights the city’s industrial and civic past, featuring traditional corn mills like 't Slot and De Roode Leeuw, alongside the 1609 Lazaruspoortje gateway. The route also includes the 14th-century Barbaratoren and memorials dedicated to the De Houtman brothers and local benefactor A.A. van Bergen IJzendoorn.
Stadhuis van Gouda
One of the oldest Gothic town halls in the Netherlands, this 15th-century landmark features a distinctive facade and a carillon that performs historical scenes every half hour.
Waag
Designed by architect Pieter Post and completed in 1670, this historic weigh house was used for trade and cheese weighing. The facade features a detailed relief depicting the weighing process.
Barbaratoren
The remaining tower of the former Saint Barbara Hospital chapel. Located at the corner of Kuiperstraat and Keizerstraat, it stands as a remnant of the city's medieval hospital complex.
Lazaruspoortje
A decorative stone gateway built in 1609 by sculptor Gregorius Cool. It originally served as the entrance to the city's leper colony and later the hospital.
Gouda Heritage Trail – Voeg toe aan je reis
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