Discover the historic heart of Dordt on foot. This circular walk of about 2.4 kilometres takes you past the most beautiful spots in the old town. Allow just over half an hour of pure walking, or about two hours with sightseeing, popping in somewhere and a cup of coffee along the way.
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The route
- Visbrug: start at the statue of Johan and Cornelis de Witt, with the Grote Kerk already in sight.
- Grote Kerk: walk to the church with the stubby tower. Is the tower open? Then the climb is well worth it.
- Nieuwe Haven and Huis Van Gijn: one of the prettiest canals in Dordt, with the Huis Van Gijn museum.
- Wolwevershaven: historic ships along the quay, the heart of old harbour life.
- Kuipershaven: follow the quay past the old warehouses towards the river.
- Groothoofdspoort: at the tip of the city, where the rivers meet. Time for a drink on a terrace?
- Wijnstraat: walk back past the crooked facades and browse the antique and art shops.
- Het Hof: the peaceful courtyard where Dutch history was made in 1572.
- Voorstraat: stroll past shops and cafés back to the Visbrug.
Take your time: in Dordt you will discover something new in every alley. Took a nice photo along the way? Tag @visitdordt on Instagram!