Amersfoort boulder, Glacial erratic landmark on Stadsring and Arnhemsestraat, Amersfoort, Netherlands
The Amersfoortse Kei stands as a massive stone boulder weighing 7,157 kilograms, positioned at a central intersection in the medieval city of Amersfoort.
In 1661, Squire Everhard Meyster organized 400 residents to transport this enormous boulder into town, offering them beer and biscuits as compensation.
The boulder transformed from a symbol of ridicule to a source of municipal pride, leading residents to call Amersfoort 'Keistad' meaning Boulder City.
The landmark sits at an accessible corner near the city center, making it a natural starting point for walking tours of Amersfoort's historical district.
After enduring public mockery, citizens buried the boulder in 1672 at Varkensmarkt, where it remained hidden until its rediscovery and excavation in 1903.
Location: Amersfoort
Inception: June 7, 1661
GPS coordinates: 52.15270,5.38671
Latest update: May 16, 2025 19:39
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