Canal
Canals in the region
Cycle along the historic tow canals and experience the history of the region! Tow barges were the main form of public transport in the 17th century. This region still has an original tow canal route, running through Warmond, Oegstgeest, Leiden and Voorschoten. Cycle the Trekvaart Route and experience it for yourself!
The Intercity of the 17th Century
Imagine: no motorway, no train — just a barge pulled by a horse along a canal. That was the intercity of the 17th century! The network of tow canals made Leiden an important hub for trade. In 1657 the Haarlemmertrekvaart was built towards Amsterdam. At its peak, no fewer than 39 cities were reachable by tow barge.
Discover the history
Cycle the Trekvaart Route
Grab your bike and experience the history of the tow canals yourself! The Trekvaart Route is 18.5 kilometres long and starts at Morsstraat in Leiden. Along the way you pass Naturalis and the beautiful Klinkenbergerplas. Cycling along the Haarlemmertrekvaart towards Warmond, you are literally following in the footsteps of the merchants of the past. There are plenty of stops along the way for a drink or a walk. One hour of cycling full of history!
Fiets de trekvaartroute
Heritage map canals
Wil je de trekvaarten van Zuid-Holland ontdekken? De gratis Erfgoedkaart Trekvaarten laat je 35 plekken zien die het verhaal vertellen van de trekschuit ,dé manier van reizen van 1630 tot de komst van de trein. Fiets, wandel of vaar langs de historische vaarten en ontdek wat er nog over is van dat roemrijke verleden.
Bekijk de Erfgoedkaart
Shipyard Klaas Hennepoel
Step back in time at the Haarlemmertrekvaart in Warmond! At Shipyard Klaas Hennepoel, traditional wooden vessels are built and restored using age-old craftsmanship. From rowing boats to a full reconstruction of an 18th century Leiden Boeijer. Book a guided tour or workshop and witness this ancient craft of shipbuilding with your own eyes!
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