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| Muiden | ||
| province | North Holland | |
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| Residents | 6,288 (Jan 1, 2014) | |
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| Tourist info | (0)294-264768 VVV Muiden | |
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Muiden is a city in the Vechtstreek in the province North Holland at the mouth of the Vecht in the IJsselmeer.
background
Muiden was first mentioned in 953. At that time, Emperor Otto I donated the settlement and the duties collected there to the cathedral chapter of Utrecht. At that time it was still called Amude, "Mouth of the A". "A" is an old name of the Vecht. The location at the mouth of the Vecht was considered so important that the settlement received city rights several times: in 1122 from Emperor Heinrich V, before 1285 from the diocese of Utrecht and again in 1296 from the new sovereign Floris V of Holland attached to a moated castle, which is still a prominent point in the town today. In the first half of the 15th century. the city was fortified for the first time, and in 1590 the city walls were replaced by bastions. End of the 19th century became part of the Muiden Stelling van Amsterdam. During this time, the Forteiland Pampus was built off the coast of Muiden in what was then the Zuiderzee. Today, Muiden is a particularly popular port for sailors.
Legend
Muiden also has its own legend. Fishermen caught a mermaid. While they are discussing who to give them to, the mermaid suggests that they be released, as they cannot survive on land for more than an hour. As a reward she promised rich catches and full nets. When they let her go, she said: Muiden zal Muiden blijven, Muiden zal nooit beklijven. ("Muiden will remain Muiden. Muiden will never stand still.). Then she dived into the depths and was never seen again. In the meantime many cities and villages have blossomed or disappeared, but Muiden will remain Muiden. The mermaid is still in the coat of arms from Muiden to find.
getting there
By plane
By train
From the train station Amsterdam Amstel station run several of the company's bus routes Connexxion to Muiden:
- 101 to Blaricum, Carpoolplaats
- 152 to Almere Stad, Parkwijk NS
By bus
These bus lines have the Hasltestellen in Muiden Maxisweg and P R-terrein and are located directly on the A1 motorway.
- The bus route 110 runs between the NS train stations Bussum and Weesp. It drives via Naarden, Muiderberg and Hakkelaarsbrug to Muiden (and then on to Weesp). It stops five times in Muiden: De Wegman, Mariahoeveweg, P R-terrein, Fire brigade centers and again P R-terrein.
In the street
From northern Germany, Muiden is via the BAB30 from Osnabrück Direction Rheine - Bad Bentheim (border). From there, the A1 leads in the direction of Amersfoort - Amsterdam. Behind the cross Muiderberg are the exits (4) Muiderslot and (3) Muiden.
From West and South Germany the BAB3 leads over the border crossing Elten on the A12 direction Arnhem - Utrecht. At the cross Bezels shortly before Utrecht it goes on the A27 in the direction Hilversum - Almere. Behind the Ring Hilversum is the cross Eemnes. Take the A1 towards Amsterdam. Behind the cross Muiderberg are the exits (4) Muiderslot and (3) Muiden.
By boat
Muiden lies at the mouth of the Vecht in the IJsselmeer. From the Markermeer you drive past Pampus. Below Pampus lies Muiden. When approaching the route to the center of Muiden, the aim is to follow the fairway and keep the middle of the fairway from buoys M1. The outer dyke begins at buoys M3 and consists of very hard basalt. In addition, there are shallows on both sides of the canal and there is nothing worse than getting stranded just before the harbor.
Right at the entrance is the yacht harbor of the Royal Dutch Sailing and Rowing Club KNZRV on the starboard side. He's not just royal here, even the "Groene Draeck" (the Queen's sailboat) is moored here in the harbor, accompanied almost every day by a few people who, if Her Majesty is comfortable with going sailing, make sure that it is Ship is piccobello. The normal consumer gets better with the Stichting Jachthaven Muiden under. The marina is rather small, but very cozy: Herengracht 3, 1398 AA Muiden. Tel: 0294-261223.
Prices: Berths: approx. 60. Tariff per meter: now € 1.80; Electricity, use of showers, water (at the pier), internet connection: free.
mobility
Muiden is pretty straightforward. For connections within the town, your feet or your bike are usually sufficient. B. to Muiderberg, which also belongs to Muiden, or to Weesp (there is the train station), take the bus 110 from Connexxion. This runs Mon-Fri until 6.30 p.m. every 30 minutes, then every hour; sat until 5.30 p.m. every 30 minutes, then every hour; so only every hour (last trip to Weesp approx. 11 p.m.).
Tourist Attractions
- Grote of Sint Nicolaaskerk, Kerkstraat 3. Tel.: 31 (0)294 261800. Gothic (15th century) building with a late Romanesque (13th century) tower. The old tuff was reused when the ship and choir were rebuilt. The church bell rings every evening at 9 p.m. This custom dates back to the time that Muiden owned city gates. The bell was a sign that the gates would be closed.
- 1 Muiderslot, Herengracht 1. Tel.: 31 (0)294 256262 (9 a.m. - 1 p.m.). The Muider Castle is a well-preserved medieval moated castle. At each corner of the square floor plan there is a round tower. A large building with stepped gables stands within the walls. The castle has a moat and a drawbridge. In the outer area of the castle there is an orchard with plum trees as well as a restored vegetable garden and a herb garden. The castle was built under the Dutch Count Floris V around 1280 at the confluence of the Vecht in the then Zuiderzee. The current furnishings of the castle essentially date from the 17th century, the time when the castle and the poet and historian Pieter Corneliszoon Hooft had its most famous inhabitant. As an exponent of humanistic ideas during the Dutch Renaissance, this gathered artists and scholars who met as the Muiderkring in the Muiderslot. The castle fell into disrepair in the 18th century and was to be demolished in 1825. Appeals to King Willem I prevented this and in 1895 the castle was built according to plans by P.J.H. Cuypers restored and later set up as an imperial museum. It is still on the sightseeing schedule of every Dutch school today. Castle falconers: From April to October the falconer is present every day with various birds of prey. For more information, see the homepage (→Children, →Valkenier).Open: 1.4. - 31.10 .: Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat, Sun public holidays 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.; 1.11. - 31.3. Sat - Sun 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.; 26.12. - 31.12., 2.1 .: 12.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. (ticket office closes 1 hour before closing time).Price: adults € 11.00; Children (4-11) € 6.25; ICOM / MJK free. The price includes a guided tour, which is only available in Dutch. For German speakers there is a short guide that contains the basic texts.
- Muider Muizenfort Museum, Vestingplein 1. Tel.: 31 (0)294 264922. Shatter-free magazine on Bstion VIII, part of the Muiden fortress as guarding the Naardertrekvaart (towing canal to Naarden). Built 1874-1877. Surrounded by Bon Graben and Naardertrekvaart. Dimensions about 30x10 m. Since 2008 a museum has been housed in the fort.Open: 1.4. - 31.10. Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Price: adults € 2.00; Children (6-12) € 1.00.
- City fortifications. The city fortifications are still in good condition, the origins of which date from the 16th and 17th centuries. Century and was modernized in the late 19th century. Many bastions and ravelins, a barracks on Vestingplein, the Muizenfort and a "hollow bear" or "batardeau", which had to separate the fresh water in the moat from the salt water in the Zuiderzee, and inside had a passage with loopholes, have been preserved from which an infusion sluice could be opened.
- Fort Island Pampus. The fort island Pampus can be reached from Muiden. More information → Stelling van Amsterdam under "Fort on the Pampus".
Muiderberg
The Muiderberg district, which is a little further northeast on the bridge to Flevoland, also has some striking sights to offer.
- Jewish Cemetery, Googweg 6. Largest Jewish cemetery in the Netherlands, where the High German and Polish communities of Amsterdam Jews have buried around 45,000 dead since 1642.
- Rechthuis. Brink (1602). Up until 1892, minor disagreements were judged here. After that it was the train station and end point of the until 1945 Gooic Stoomtram (Steam train), then hotel and café-restaurant.
- Brink. The Brink with the oldest houses and country houses.
- 2 Windmill "De Onrust", Boezemkade 1. Octagonal Erdholländer, with which the Naardermeer is still drained. The mill can be visited on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
activities
- Zeiljalk De Lis, Herengracht t / o 30-40. Tel.: 31 (0)653 261486. Website also in German. "De Lis" is a magnificent Tjalk (flat-bottomed cargo ship) from 1902, which can be rented from her home port in Muiden for all kinds of sailing trips on the IJsselmeer and Wadden Sea. Sailing experience is not necessary. Day tours, weekend and week tours are possible.Price: from € 500 for 4 hours and 30 passengers.
Muiderberg is one of the oldest seaside resorts in Amsterdam. The water remains shallow up to the fairway and the sandy beach is therefore particularly suitable for small children.
- 1 Midgetgolfbaan "De Leeuwenkuil", Nienhuis Ruyskade 3. Tel.: 31 (0)294 262595. If you don't feel like swimming anymore, you can play mini golf right here on the beach.
- Echobos. The Echobos ("Echowald") is a wooded area on the west side of the village of Muiderberg. The forest was one of the properties of the former "Rustrijk" estate. The forest itself was created around 1800 and named after the surrounding "Echo Wall". This wall, which originally dates from around 1600, in turn amplifies the echo that comes from the ground. The Dutch Jewish cemetery is located southwest of the forest.
shop
kitchen
- 1 Vanouds Gieling town café, Weesperstraat 82. Tel.: 31 (0)294 261201. For people who want to enjoy a good meal at a very affordable price in a convivial, informal atmosphere. In addition to the menu, which changes every two months, there are new seasonal dishes and specialties every week.Open: Wed - Sun from 5 p.m. Kitchen 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.Price: Average price 3-course menu € 20.00.
- 2 Eethuys Café Graaf Floris V van Muiden, Herengracht 72. Tel.: 31 (0)294 261296. Floris V is known in the wide area. Surprisingly delicious and, above all, sociable food for remarkably little money.Open: daily 11 a.m. - midnight.Price: Average price 3-course menu € 25.00. Also for lunch dishes.
- Restaurant De Klensput, Amsterdamsestraat 26. Tel.: 31 (0)294 264799. A cozy atmosphere, friendly service and an open kitchen in which French and Italian dishes are prepared.Open: Tue - Sun from 6 p.m.Price: Average price 3-course menu € 26.00.
- 3 Eethaven Fort H., Herengracht 119. Tel.: 31 (0)294 261385. Eat well in one of the forts of the Stelling van Amsterdam, beautifully situated on the water. Good quality, affordable price. Small but nice menu that changes every month.Open: every day.Price: Average price 3-course menu € 27.50. Also for lunch dishes.
- Brasserie Muiden, Herengracht 75. Tel.: 31 (0)294 264507. Pleasant eatery with a view of the Vecht. The varied menu is always surprising.Open: every day.Price: Average price 3-course menu € 29.50. Also for lunch dishes.
- 4 Restaurant De Doelen, Sluis 1. Tel.: 31 (0)294 263200. France at the lock. Stylish ambience, excellent menu and the French star chef Fabrice Patay.Open: daily 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.Price: Average price 3-course menu € 35.
nightlife
accommodation
Bed & Breakfast
- Zeiljalk De Lis, Herengracht t / o 30-40, Muiden. Tel.: 31 (0)653 261486 (Mrs. Leon Oosterbroek). "De Lis" is a magnificent Tjalk (flat-bottomed cargo ship) from 1902, which can be rented from her home port in Muiden for sailing trips on the IJsselmeer and the Wadden Sea. You can also spend the night on the ship. "De Lis" has 6 cabins with 2 beds each.Price: Overnight stay with a sumptuous breakfast p.p.p.n. € 35.00.
Hotels
- Het Logement van Muiden, Amsterdamsestraat 3A, Muiden. Tel.: 31 (0)294 265059, Mobile: (0)6 51327290. The "Logement" offers different types of overnight stays. The single night takes place in a luxurious room with lounge and fireplace. There are good wines available, the refrigerator is filled with all kinds of drinks, and of course a coffee machine is also available. The offer is aimed primarily at business people who want to start their meeting the next day well rested.Price: Room € 225, from 3 nights the price is reduced to € 150. Breakfast can be served in the Muidens Logement on request.
- 1 Hotel Het Rechthuis, Googweg 1, Muiderberg. Tel.: 31 (0)294 261323. Old courthouse and train station from the 17th century on the Brink in Muiderberg. The nicely furnished rooms are renovated and equipped with all the amenities of our time (shower or bathtub, toilet, TV, WiFi, radio alarm clock with CD player). The hotel has a lounge, a restaurant and a terrace with a view of the Brink.Price: € 79, € 89, € 109, € 119, € 225 (suite), each with breakfast. Apartments (bedroom and living room, kitchen, bath / toilet) € 149 (without breakfast).
security
health
doctors
- General practice C. Weijmans Tel: 0294-261418 (emergency service 0900-9359)
- General Practitioner T.H. van Leersum Tel: 0294-270075 (emergency service 0294-270084)
- General Practitioner D. Smits Tel: 0294-270056 (emergency service 0294-270084)
- Emergency service in the evenings and on weekends: Huisartsenpost Gooi-Noord 0900-9359.
- Ambulance transport 035-6835200
pharmacy
- 1 Muider Apotheek, Castle de Raadtsingel 15 / A. Tel.: 31 (0)294 270076. Open: Mon - Fri 8 a.m. - 5.30 p.m.
Practical advice
trips
- Away on the pampus The fort island of Pampus, together with the coastal batteries at Diemerdam and Durgerdam, served to defend Amsterdam from the Zuiderzee. Pampus was laid out between 1887 and 1895 in the Outer IJ. On the fort building there were two huge armored domes, each with two cannons of 24 cm caliber. During the Second World War, the armored domes were blown up by the Germans. The location in the IJ Sea, 20 minutes by boat from Muiden, is unique. Pampus is the most visited fort of the Stelling van Amsterdam with around 40,000 visitors annually.
- Departure point Ramshackle pampus. This assembly point is right in front of the Muiderslot gate (left). The skipper picks up his passengers there.
- Open: 29.6-5.9.2010 Tue-Sun. From 2011: Mon-Sun. Ferry times: April October Tue-Fri departure Muiden 12.30 p.m.; Departure from Pampus 3 pm; Sat-Sun departure Muiden 10.30 a.m., 12.30 p.m., 2.30 p.m. Departure from Pampus 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pm; May - September Tue-Sun departure Muiden 10.30 a.m., 12.30 p.m., 2.30 p.m. Departure from Pampus 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m.
- Prices: Ferry service Muiden-Pampus-Muiden, admission with a guide (if desired) adults € 14; Children (4-11) € 10. Tickets can be purchased from the ferry operator.
- Access with your own ship and guided tour (if desired). Ticket sales at the bar on the island. Adults € 7.25; Children (4-11) € 4.75.
- Annual passers-by pass (Nir for passers-by with their own ship) Adults € 14; Children (4-11) € 9.00. Valid for 1 season.
- The Fort Island is only accessible to a limited extent for people who have difficulty walking. Access is at your own risk.
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