Writing history in Haarlem
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đ Starting Point: Jopenkerk Haarlem, Hortusplein 2, 2019 XV Haarlem, Nederland
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Places you will visit
14
It will take you
93-123 mins
You will walk
4990 steps
Total distance
3.8 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Jopenkerk Haarlem
Hortusplein 2, 2019 XV Haarlem, NederlandFinish point Laurens Janszoon Coster
Grote Markt, 2011 NZ Haarlem, NederlandAbout this quest
During the tour you will discover how wealthy Haarlem residents left their legacy in the city by creating housing for the less fortunate and how churches changed their function and you will discover which important inventions were made by a resident of Haarlem
Highlights
Walk through the picturesque streets of Haarlem
Visit several characteristic Haarlem courtyards
Walk along the canal where the Haarlem breweries used to be located
End your journey on the central square of the city
The mission: Your story in Haarlem
To prove the true value of his invention he needs some writings to replicate. These writings are in possession of wealthy Haarlem residents, churches and other important people.
Laurens has asked you to collect these writings and has given you the first address where you will the first document
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Gasthuisjes
Proveniershof
Nieuwe Kerk
Jopenkerk Haarlem
Tips & Recommendations
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You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
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