Gouda

Although Gouwenaren use the waterway via Cape Horn to India? found, the prosperity of the VOC and the Golden Age largely passed over the city. But not entirely ... Because Gouda is profiting fully from the increasing trade during the Twelve Years' Truce. Thanks to its unique location on the only north-south water connection, the city attracted more and more shipping. The invention of the Gouda pipes also gave the Gouda economy a significant boost. But Gouda became world famous thanks to its cheese! Take a stroll through the city of the 'cheese heads': in the historic city center all sights are within walking distance. The fairytale town hall on the market, the Sint-Janskerk with its beautiful Gouda Glass, the museums ... In the atmospheric streets, along the typical Dutch canals, you will discover many authentic shops with (Gouda) specialties, such as stroopwafels.