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Burcht van Leiden

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Burcht van Leiden

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Location: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

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1. Rembrandtpark, Leiden – Morspoort Leiden loop from Leiden Centraal

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2. Koornbrug Leiden – Academy Building Leiden loop from Leiden Centraal

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3. Koornbrug Leiden – De Valk Mill loop from Leiden Centraal

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Julia Nikolaeva

February 15, 2021

The castle of Leiden is one of the oldest extant examples of a castle in the Netherlands. The building is located in the center of Leiden, where the two arms of the Rhine converge. The round structure is located on a motte, an artificial mound, and can be entered through a sandstone gate.

When you have walked the many steps, a beautiful view of the city awaits you.

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Julia

August 20, 2018

"The Burcht of Leiden is a twenty meter high fortress in the center of the city. The construction of the hill was probably begun as early as the 9th century, by dumping plagues and loam. The fort consists of 6-meter-high walls and numerous loopholes. From the Burcht one had an optimal view over the city, and as soon as danger threatened one could report this and prepare the defense.

Today, Burcht is a popular attraction in downtown Leiden. The access is free and many visitors find it exciting to climb the old fort. The view from the Burcht is still impressive today. "Source: holland.com/en/tourist/reiseziele/weitere-stadte/leiden/die-burcht-van-leiden.htm

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Kristian

September 15, 2022

Leiden Castle is one of the oldest surviving examples of a castle in the Netherlands. The building is located in the heart of Leiden, where the two branches of the Rhine meet. The rotunda is located on a motte, an artificial hill, and can be entered through a sandstone gate.

Once you have climbed the many steps, a beautiful view over the city awaits you.

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Location: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

Burcht van Leiden

1. Rembrandtpark, Leiden – Morspoort Leiden loop from Leiden Centraal

2. Koornbrug Leiden – Academy Building Leiden loop from Leiden Centraal

3. Koornbrug Leiden – De Valk Mill loop from Leiden Centraal

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