Architecture, Valkenburg

This church was first mentioned in 1226. Since then fires and wars destroyed the church several times. The present building dates from the 15th century.
Latest restoration was in 1983.

The church is also beautifull inside. It is not always open, but you can have a peek inside during sunday mass.

Directions: city centre next to Kasteel Halder

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	Architecture: Berkelpoort Tip Rating:

By tompt

on September 1, 2003

Berkelpoort, Valkenburg

The Berkelpoort is a citygate dating from the early 14th century. This gate is also called the Oud-Valkenburgse Poort , as it is the gate toward Oud Valkenburg, a nearby village. The name Berkelpoort is derived from on of its keepers: de Birckelaer.

The gate had a drawbridge over the citycanal.
When the castle was destroyed in 1672 the gate survived. And since it was restored and now is a monument.

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	Architecture: the old school Tip Rating:

By tompt

on September 2, 2003

In the centre of town you can find this building. It is an old school. But it was built as a part of a farmhouse in 1686. Used as a house by several families untill it became a school after some rbuilding in 1826.
Since 1928 it is no longer in use as a school.

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	Architecture: Kasteel den Halder Tip Rating:

Updated By tompt

on December 11, 2002

kasteel den Halder

In the 14th century kasteel Den Halder was first mentioned. Originally it was a strengthened tower, that together with the still remaining walls, the Berkel- and Grendelpoort , formed the defence line of Valkenburg. Todays building dates back to 1635.

The castle is not open to the public.

Address: Wilhelminalaan/Perelinstraat

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Updated By tompt

on September 1, 2003

old city walls, Valkenburg

Just a small part of the citywalls are remaining. Once, when the castle was still standing the entire village was surrounded by walls. The Grendelpoort and the Berkelpoort are two remaining citygates and at the other end this part of citywall is all that is left. This old walls are situated next to Kasteel Halder. To walk from here to both gates will take no longer than 10 minutes and shows how small the village was in the 14th century.

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	Architecture: Grendelpoort Tip Rating:

Updated By tompt

on September 1, 2003

Grendelpoort, Valkenburg

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This old citygate was built in the early 14th century. It was also called: Bergerpoort or Maastrichterpoort, because it is the way out of the city Valkenburg in the direction of Berg or the bigger Maastricht. The current name Grendelpoort is probably coming from the nearby Grendelput.
When the castle was destroyed in 1672 the gate survived. It has been restored many times since 1672.

On each side of the gate you will find a nice little statue of a holy figure. On the side of the picture it is the Holy Mary.

Address: Grendelplein

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	Architecture: Castle ruins Tip Rating:

Updated By tompt

on August 21, 2003

castle ruin, Valkenburg

Above the busy centre of Valkenburg there are the ruins a castle. You just can´t miss it, from every point it can be seen. It is the sole elevated citadel of the Netherlands. It was built in the early 1100´s and destroyed in 1672 by Willem III .

Address: Grendelplein 13

Website: http://www.kasteelvalkenburg.nl/

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	Architecture: The Netherland's highest castle Tip Rating:

Updated By robertgaz

on March 21, 2008

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Valkenburg Castle

The ruins of this 12th century castle in the small Limburg town of Valkenburg are the highest anywhere in the Netherlands.

Considering the typically flat Dutch landscape this is hardly surprising given that the only hills to be found here are deep in the south of Limburg.

You can't miss this ancient edifice because it can easily be seen from the town down below. It's a gentle walk up the hill and well worth it for the view from the top.

The castle was destroyed in 1672 and now only the ruins remain.

There are many cafes to refresh yourself with a beer or coffee when you return from rummaging around the ruins.

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	Architecture: Walk around the city and watch the old buildings. Tip Rating:

By karin_kamphuis

on May 7, 2005

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Old castle (ruïne) Valkenburg

There are many small roads to take a walk. Take a look at the old buildings and watch the view from the old castle.

Address: Everywhere around the centre of Valkenburg.

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Updated By OlafS

on October 23, 2003

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Valkenburg: railway station

If you're coming by train, don't rush to the centre immediately. And if you're coming by another way, do pay a short visit to the railway station. This is the oldest station in The Netherlands and a decisive factor in Valkenburg's touristic development. It dates from 1853 and was built in some romantic sort of neo-Gothic style, with lots of turrets that make it a small castle. All executed in marl; a lovely sight. And thankfully a protected monument; the Dutch railways have made the destruction of old stations a policy in the last decade.