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The Burcht

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The Burcht

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Location: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

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Johanna

May 4, 2018

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De Burcht was once built for protection during wartime. Today, the fortress on the hill in the middle of the city is a great viewpoint. The small climb up is worthwhile in any case, the all-round view of Leiden is fantastic.

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Jknord

June 6, 2022

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The Burcht van Leiden is a fortress on an artificial hill from probably the 11th century, which offers a wonderful view over the city, which was very helpful in defending the city in earlier centuries. It is a so-called Motteburg on a 10m high motte, which is crowned by a 6m high circular wall and is surrounded by a park.

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Udo & Ulrike 🥾🚲

July 1, 2022

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We always met a school class that dealt with the history.

The view over the city is very nice, a tour is worthwhile.

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Elevation 10 m

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