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Hindeloopen Lock and Sylhûs

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    1. Old Harbour of Hindeloopen – Hindeloopen Lock and Sylhûs loop from Workum

    10.7km

    02:41

    10m

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    June 29, 2022

    From the lock bridge you have a great view of the old harbor and the canals with the old houses of the city.

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      In 1619, a wooden sea lock with a sylhús (castle guard's house) was built in the dike.
      In 1643 and 1669 the lock was destroyed by severe storms and in 1700 a new stone lock was built.

      The lock gates are changed twice a year.

      In the summer the summer doors and the winter doors served. They were stored in an attic near the castle.

      For small boats, passage through the castle was cheaper as only one door needed to open.

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        Beautiful old construction with the old lock house next to it.

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          Location: Nijefurd, Friesland, Netherlands

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