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Read about attractions, restaurants, hotels, and things to do recommended by Local Guide Hoorn / City Guide Alette. Hoorn is a historic port city located at the front of the Markermeer, and a very important trade city in the Hoorn is a historic port city located on the Markermeer, and a very important trading city in the Netherlands during the ...
Legends tell stories that Hoorn already existed from the 8th century. The first houses were said to have been destroyed in a fire, after which it took years before a new place was founded. The archaeological excavations date from about 1200. Due to the strategic location of the place, Hoorn quickly withstood a great growth, and in the 14th century the place received city rights from William V ...
Built in 1632 when Hoorn along with Amsterdam and Enkhuizen was flourishing at the center of an emerging new worldpower. Trade with the East Indies and the Baltic during the 17th century led to an enormous accumulation of wealth. The Statencollege building underscores the prosperity of the city, a showpiece of Dutch Renaissance style architecture.
Hoorn is easily accessible by public transport. From Amsterdam it is only 32 minutes by train to Hoorn. There it stops in the center and the city walk can start right away. Hoorn is located along the highway A7 and is easily accessible by car. In addition, Hoorn has a large number of parking lots located along the edge of the center.
Hoorn is buzzing! This historic city with its unique waterside location is a living monument. Over the years Hoorn has retained its international character. Hoorn’s almost 70,000 inhabitants, representing around 80 different nationalities, live in the old city centre and the districts built around it. In Hoorn, young and old coexist happily. This goes for both the people and the buildings.
Trying to impress the arriving ships a huge tower was built at the port. Marvellous to see. See tours. 2. Koepelkerk. 27. Churches & Cathedrals. By C-Z-1982. This church has a rich history and was saved (financially) by a Foundation (the ‘Dome Church Foundation of Hoorn...
