Gable brick route
Monnickendam is bursting with facing bricks. The Gable Brick Route takes you along various old and new gable bricks. Come along and discover Monnickendam in a unique way!
Monnickendam is experiencing an upgrading of old facing bricks. In addition, many new bricks are being cut and placed recently. There is a story behind many of these stones. This walk will take you past some of these stones with their stories.
Useful information:
Download the PDF file for the walking route. This leaflet is available in several languages. The paper version is available for a fee at Information Point Waterland.
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Starting point:
Waterlandsmuseum de SpeeltorenNoordeinde 2
1141 AM Monnickendam
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Waterlands museum the Speeltoren
The Waterlands Museum De Speeltoren tells the story of Waterland and Europe's faintest carillon. See how the Waterland landscape was created and learn more about the rich history of its beautiful towns and contemporary art.
Waterlands museum the Speeltoren
The Waterlands Museum De Speeltoren tells the story of Waterland and Europe's faintest carillon. See how the Waterland landscape was created and learn more about the rich history of its beautiful towns and contemporary art.
In the museum, you will find several rooms:
History hall: In the history hall, the times of yesteryear revive. It began with the monks who took charge of the land as early inhabitants. See the soil finds but also church books of Galilee. And get an insight into the way of life of the Waterlanders over the centuries.
Water and Land Hall: In the Water and Land Hall, you will see 2000 years of the genesis of our frogland. Man and nature, past and present, determine everything. Everywhere on the walls, the ceiling and in little nooks and crannies you will discover something new.
Carillon Hall: The carillon hall has been completely renovated. The entire attic has been redecorated around the experience of the tower and its unique carillon and clockwork. Watch a film about the clockwork in the tower or play a recreated carillon yourself!
Junior Attic: Especially for children, the museum houses the Junior Attic. Here, children can investigate and discover endlessly. Become a real archaeologist and go exploring in the discovery house!
Besides these permanent exhibitions, the museum has a temporary exhibition a few times a year. For more information of the temporary shows, go to the website of Waterlands Museum De Speeltoren.
