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Discover Haarlem with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: The route starts at the statue of Kenau and Ripperda, two famous actors in the war against the Spanish in the 16th century..

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Overview

Experience a new way to discover a city with this 'gamified' tour! Explore Haarlem during this self-guided walking tour that lets you see the city in a different light. You'll even learn about hidden spots most locals don't know about!

Immerse yourself in a uniquely crafted story as you solve engaging puzzles that highlight the history and noteworthy sights of the city.

Kenau became Haarlem's most famous heroine as she fought against Spanish rule in the Eighty Years' War. But how much of her history is true?

Rally your friends and put your problem-solving and exploration skills to the test!

- Start your self-guided adventure at any moment you choose
- All you need is a smartphone with a mobile data plan
- Suitable for a team of up to 5-6 players aged 15 and older (supervision recommended for younger players)
- This city tour takes around 2 hours to complete and is approximately 2,5 kilometers long

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What's Included

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Detailed online instructions with riddles and hints (no extra fees charged during tour)

Itinerary

Stop 1

The Bakenessergracht is a picturesque canal that features a number of beautiful monuments on its banks.

Stop 2

The Bakenesserkerk is a church with a striking white tower.

Stop 3

The Amsterdamse Poort is a beautiful city gate from 1486, through which the road to Amsterdam used to pass.

Stop 4

Villa Welgelegen is a historical building in Haarlem which currently houses the offices of the provincial executives of North Holland. Located at the north end of a public park in the city, it is an example of neoclassical architecture, designed by Abraham van der Hart and unusual for its style in the Netherlands.

Stop 5

The North Holland Archives in Haarlem is the Regional Historic Center of North Holland, Kennemerland and Haarlem. Here you can find the historical records of the entire province.

Stop 6

The street is named after the many ship wharfs and ship builders that were located along this dyke. Unfortunately, these days there are none left.

Stop 7

The Amsterdamse Poort is an old city gate of Haarlem, Netherlands. It is located at the end of the old route from Amsterdam to Haarlem and is the only remaining gate out of the original twelve city gates.

Stop 8

The Waag (Waegh) is a former weighing house in Haarlem that today serves as a café catering to tourists.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

The route starts at the statue of Kenau and Ripperda, two famous actors in the war against the Spanish in the 16th century.

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End Point

De Waag, built at the end of the 16th century is located at the river Spaarne. Here you will find several cafes and restaurants.

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Good to Know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Known For:

Adventure Tours in Haarlem, Walking Tours in Haarlem, Nature Walks in Haarlem, Cultural Tours in Haarlem, Private Sightseeing Tours in Haarlem

Special Instructions

--- IMPORTANT STEPS TO RECEIVE YOUR TICKETS ---

This is a self-guided tour, you can start at any moment.
Go to the website below to complete your order and recieve your tickets:

https://outsideescape.nl/en/order-with-a-voucher-code/
Please use the following coupon code: EFU9G5CQ
Once the coupon code is applied, the payment amount on the website will be €0,-.

After placing the order you will receive an email with a link to the Outside Escape. Enjoy!

(you could check www.prettigparkeren.nl for up-to-date info on parking.)