Historic City Center Splendor and grandeur!
ou are guaranteed to marvel at the historic city center of Leeuwarden. From streets like Sint Jacobsstraat with its unique concept stores to the historic guesthouses and courtyards. The historic city center is an absolute highlight where you can easily lose yourself. Rich history and fascinating stories alternate here with young and creative shops and galleries. Remarkable in every way!
Historic City Center - Discover the historic city center
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Kaldi Leeuwarden
Kaldi Leeuwarden
Frank Postma welcomes everyone to share his passion for coffee and tea. You've come to the right place for good advice on everything related to cof...
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Logement Hartje Leeuwarden
Logement Hartje Leeuwarden
If you’re looking for a characteristic B&B in the beating heart of Leeuwarden, look no further! We’d love to bid you a warm welcome at Logement Har...
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Eric Steenbergen
Eric Steenbergen
Welcome to Eric Steenbergen Designwinkel shop. We are happy to offer you the collections of: iittala, Marimekko, Artemide, Kartell, Fatboy, Stelton...
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Zuivelhoeve Leeuwarden
Zuivelhoeve Leeuwarden
Come and visit us and enjoy the delicious Dutch cheese, fresh farm cheese, our own Fryske Tsiis (Frisian cheese), the beautiful range of foreign ch...
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Het Huis Dat Met Je Hersenen Speelt (Hersenhuis)
Het Huis Dat Met Je Hersenen Speelt (Hersenhuis)
At Het Huis Dat Met Je Hersenen Speelt (The House That Rewires Your Brain), you get a guided tour where you can not only look but (more importantly...
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Cafe de Pastorie
Cafe de Pastorie
Café De Pastorie is located in the most characteristic street in the centre of Leeuwarden. The cafe is characterized by its name, which is clearly...
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Waalse Kerk (Walloon Church)
Waalse Kerk (Walloon Church)
The Waalse Kerk is a single-nave church dating from 1530. The church is located in the Grote Kerkstraat and is a national monument.
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PUUR. Ice-cream & Chocolate
PUUR. Ice-cream & Chocolate
Ice cream parlour PUUR. is located on the Kleine Kerkstraat and on Zaailand.
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The Princessehof National Museum of Ceramics
The Princessehof National Museum of Ceramics
In the middle of Leeuwarden's historic city centre stands the 18th-century city palace of Maria Louise van Hessen-Kassel, princess of Orange Nassau...
What is there to do? - Agenda
In the historic city center of Leeuwarden, there's always something to see, do, or experience. How about a visit to the Grote Kerk, the Princessehof, or the Fries Nature Museum? Stroll through the old Jewish quarter and end up in the always lively Vijzelstraat, where you'll often find a farmers' market. See? It’s never boring here!
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The Old Markets
The Old Markets
Read moreOn the east side of the city center, you'll find the old markets. A place that was once the heart of trade, but also the birthplace of Mata Hari. A unique part of the city center that you certainly shouldn’t miss, where you can stumble upon a hidden gem in every street.
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Stationskwartier
Stationskwartier
Read moreThe area where train travelers receive a warm welcome to the city. Modern in nature but still fully in the spirit of the old town. Discover charming brown cafés, modern restaurants, unique street art, and convenient shops. Welcome to Leeuwarden!
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Prinsentuin
Prinsentuin
Read moreThe green heart of Leeuwarden. In other words, the Prinsentuin is the park in Leeuwarden. Situated by the water, it also serves as a marina and is often used as a festival location in the summer. Discover the Prinsentuin and immerse yourself in an oasis of tranquility.
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Wirdumerdijk, Ruiterskwartier & Nieuwestad
Wirdumerdijk, Ruiterskwartier & Nieuwestad
Read moreThe major shopping streets in Leeuwarden are Wirdumerdijk, Ruiterskwartier, and Nieuwestad. But besides shops, you can also enjoy museums, movies, theater, live music, and the coziest pubs and clubs. In short, you’ll always find something to do here throughout the day!
