Netherlands

Leiden

Rembrandtplein

Molen De Put is a working reconstruction of the windmill that stood at this spot on Leiden's edge, of the kind Rembrandt's father operated. Rembrandt was born a short walk away. On open days you can climb inside and see the mechanism turning.

Molen De Put

How Rembrandt van Rijn became world's greatest painter - Leiden

Doelenpoort

Inkroost

The Keeper of Leiden’s Keys

<div>Leiden’s five lost keys, Memory, Knowledge, Freedom, Courage and Truth are hidden across the city.&nbsp;<br><br>Follow a missing archivist’s trail, solve puzzles in plaques, statues and ruins, and unlock stories linking Leiden to Rembrandt, Japan, the Mayflower, science and forgotten lives.&nbsp;<br><br>Ideal for couples, friends, families with older children and curious explorers who enjoy mystery, history and discovery.</div>

Rembrandtplaats

Demi

Standard/Tier2

<div>Fancy a fun tour through Leiden, learning something about its most famous citizen and combining this with some puzzles? Then this is the Questo for you!&nbsp;</div><div><br>The famous painter Rembrandt van Rijn lived in the centre of Leiden for the first 25 years of his life. In this city, he mastered the skills of painting that ultimately made him the world's greatest painter.<br><br>Most landmarks of his life here are still there and included in this story.&nbsp;<br><br>Will you complete this quest and step into Rembrandt's youth?</div>

Doelenpoort, Leiden, Visitor Guide & Things to Do Nearby

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The Keeper of Leiden’s Keys

How Rembrandt van Rijn became world's greatest painter - Leiden

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