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Fortress walk
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Stories of defense in the heart of ’s-Hertogenbosch
For seven centuries, ‘s-Hertogenbosch was a fortified city. Thick walls protected the city against enemies and the water. This defensive function is still visible today, for example in Het Bossche Broek—once a field of fire, now a unique nature reserve. During a fortress walk with a city guide from Kring Vrienden van ‘s-Hertogenbosch, you’ll relive the exciting history of battle and ingenuity.
The guide takes you along old city walls and tells you about bows and arrows, cannons, and clever water defenses. You’ll hear the story of the siege of 1629, when Frederick Henry managed to conquer the city. A visit to the Bastionder, featuring a short film and the impressive medieval cannon ‘De Boze Griet’, makes the past tangible. It’s no wonder ‘s-Hertogenbosch was named Fortress City of Europe in 2005!
For group packages, you can fill out the online request form or contact the Kring Vrienden van ‘s-Hertogenbosch booking office via 073 – 613 50 98 or by email reserveringen@kringvrienden.nl.
Free City Tour
Complete your day: hop on the Blue Angels, the free city bus that shows you the city in half an hour. Click here for the route.
Prefer to book by phone?
Up to 2 weeks in advance by phone via 073 – 613 50 98 or at our desk at Parade 12. Available Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Closed on Mondays.
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We celebrate the love for our city every day!
With boat tours, city walks, or guided tours in unique monuments and Museum Kruithuis, we bring the stories of ‘s-Hertogenbosch to life. At the same time, we are committed to preserving and protecting the city’s historical heritage. This way, we actively share the history of ‘s-Hertogenbosch with residents and visitors of today and tomorrow.