Dwalen met verhalen

‘Haarlem licht op, Dwalen met Verhalen’ zal
zorgen voor een unieke beleving, waarbij de
geschiedenis van Haarlem zich zal herbeleven.

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Haarlem has a rich inner city when it comes to families with children who like to get out and about. We tell them imaginative stories and like to acquaint them with the old city of Haarlem. But are these old stories of Haarlem still known to the younger generation? By recycling these old stories into contemporary events, we let young and old be surprised with the "Hidden Stories.

Van begin december 2022 t/m februari 2023, kan er gedwaald worden langs een sfeervolle route. Mooi om te vermelden is dat de objecten van gerecyclede materialen zijn gemaakt, daarnaast is het een duurzame investering met de intentie voor meerdere jaren. Hierbij wordt ingezet op herhaalbezoek en het aantrekkelijker maken voor bewoners en bezoek van buiten de regio.

Wandering with stories

Ontdek de nieuwe legendes

The giant foot of Mercury

"About a statue that wanted to be free, but lost its footing." Location: Spaarne (off Coffeespot) Mercury was a large bronze statue standing on top of Teylers Museum. Rigidly he stood there, day and night.

The mermaid who preferred to be a river mermaid

Once upon a time, a long time ago, there was an adventurous mermaid. She hung out with the fish and the crabs, but otherwise she was bored. One day an eel spoke to her.

The chattering witch from Haarlem

"Sound the Damiaatjes, then comes the witch again with her talk." If you can't sleep at night, listen to the Damiaatjes. Those are the bells hanging in the Grote or St. Bavo Church. Every evening between nine and nine-thirty you can hear them chime.

A crocodile without teeth

Under the bridge of the Spaarne There lay a crocodile I wanted to ride it Then it bit my bottom Au au au au My bottom was blue
Ontdek de vele verborgen plekken en rijke historie
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Walking with a city guide
The guides will show you special places and monuments in the city. Along the way the funniest facts and juiciest anecdotes are told. In small groups of up to 14 people, the guides will visit the quieter streets and squares.
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Hiking brochures and routes
The best places, most beautiful routes and special highlights of Haarlem are bundled in handy walking leaflets, shopping routes and brochures. These products are available from VVV Haarlem or can be downloaded from this website.
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History in Anno Haarlem
Anno Haarlem is a unique visitor center located in the City Hall on the Grote Markt. A step inside, is a step into the history of Haarlem. You can also visit for the animated film Haarlem in a bird's eye view.
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Can we help you?
We are happy to help answer your questions about Haarlem. You will also find fun walking routes, a (city) map, cultural brochures, museum tickets, gift cards and Haarlem products.
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