A beautiful walk through Monnickendam

Monnickendam has a well-preserved old town center, perfect for exploring on foot. This route also allows you to get a breath of fresh air along the dike. Your route starts at atMirror. Then, you'll stroll through Monnickendam's most charming streets. You'll see centuries-old buildings with bell, stepped, or pointed gables. You'll also pass the Speeltoren (Play Tower). This historic town hall tower boasts the oldest hand-playable carillon in the Netherlands. Since 1981, the tower has housed a museum. Further along stands the centuries-old Town Hall. The Grote Kerk (Great Church) was built in the Gothic style in the fifteenth century. A leafy footpath leads along the old moat. Along the dike along the Gouwzee, you can get a breath of fresh air while gazing out over the rippling water.