I found the old town of Zutphen a treasure trove of history and culture, waiting to be discovered and enjoyed. It's a place where the past and present come together uniquely and beautifully, making it a must-see destination for anyone interested in history and architecture.
I wish I'd known about Zutphen when I was in Deventer last summer. What a gem! I might have to add an extra day to my next trip to go explore. I love city gates and that Berkelpoort is just stunning. Plus a chained library - I'm there. Your pictures are beautiful as always. Poortersklokje - I love that concept. I want to look into if we had poorterklokjes as well. Seems like it would have made sense. Special interest because my last name means bell in Swiss German.
Thanks for this one, I very much enjoyed taking a tour of the town and learning about it's history.
Jan 28, 2023·edited Jan 28, 2023Liked by Alexander Verbeek 🌍
No matter where you go, you ferret out the most intriguing and beautiful treasures.
What a great find! The church is stunning and the library! A chained library! I never knew of them. So much history. Wandering through the streets would be a lovely time travel exploring the ancient gems of long ago and envisioning the lives of those who walked there centuries past. The photos are wonderful. A day well spent.
Yet another treasure trove from a corner of the world that we likely would otherwise miss! It's so beautiful. I'm repeating myself, but the winter light casts a rather magical glow to the outdoor photos. As for the inside of the church, library, etc., the photos inspire quiet, reflective meditation, and make me want to sit down in there with books.
What a fantastic description of lovely Zutphen, and beautiful photos! I’ve spent a little time in Deventer (as relatives lived there - funny enough their last name is Verbeek!).
Treasures revealed. Some things cannot be shared without passion. No plans, no guides. Just wandering, getting lost in places, silences and mysteries. Destinations made of curiosity and time. To be seized, surprised with the moment, with no rush. The unique sensation of savouring discovery and delving into the soul of a piece of the world. A pleasure.
Your interest for the history of the Netherlands, architecture and art offered this exclusive description of the 2 towns. As you write, wether you’re an art lover, a history buff or a scenic explorer there’s something for you . As an outdoor and nature lover I’ll also explore the hiking paths of the National parks in the neighborhood, the hoge Veluwe or the Veluwezoom famous for their purple heather fields ??
Very nice to see your photos Alexander!
I'm familiar with Zutphen and Deventer(Uncle, architect). We used to camp in Lochem.
Thank you
I wish I'd known about Zutphen when I was in Deventer last summer. What a gem! I might have to add an extra day to my next trip to go explore. I love city gates and that Berkelpoort is just stunning. Plus a chained library - I'm there. Your pictures are beautiful as always. Poortersklokje - I love that concept. I want to look into if we had poorterklokjes as well. Seems like it would have made sense. Special interest because my last name means bell in Swiss German.
Thanks for this one, I very much enjoyed taking a tour of the town and learning about it's history.
No matter where you go, you ferret out the most intriguing and beautiful treasures.
What a great find! The church is stunning and the library! A chained library! I never knew of them. So much history. Wandering through the streets would be a lovely time travel exploring the ancient gems of long ago and envisioning the lives of those who walked there centuries past. The photos are wonderful. A day well spent.
Charming! Though I understand, the thought of untouched books makes me a bit sad.
Love this post! I agree. Sometimes the most spectacular moments are right next door. :-)
Yet another treasure trove from a corner of the world that we likely would otherwise miss! It's so beautiful. I'm repeating myself, but the winter light casts a rather magical glow to the outdoor photos. As for the inside of the church, library, etc., the photos inspire quiet, reflective meditation, and make me want to sit down in there with books.
What a fantastic description of lovely Zutphen, and beautiful photos! I’ve spent a little time in Deventer (as relatives lived there - funny enough their last name is Verbeek!).
Once again thank you 🙏.
Treasures revealed. Some things cannot be shared without passion. No plans, no guides. Just wandering, getting lost in places, silences and mysteries. Destinations made of curiosity and time. To be seized, surprised with the moment, with no rush. The unique sensation of savouring discovery and delving into the soul of a piece of the world. A pleasure.
Your interest for the history of the Netherlands, architecture and art offered this exclusive description of the 2 towns. As you write, wether you’re an art lover, a history buff or a scenic explorer there’s something for you . As an outdoor and nature lover I’ll also explore the hiking paths of the National parks in the neighborhood, the hoge Veluwe or the Veluwezoom famous for their purple heather fields ??
It’s wonderful to pause, explore and note details of buildings, places and yes, even people that we normally are too busy to notice.