Grote Houtstraat

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Grote Houtstraat, Pedestrian shopping street in central Haarlem, Netherlands.

The Grote Houtstraat extends from the Grote Markt to the Houtplein, featuring international retail chains and local boutiques along its length.

Established in 1300, this street initially served as the main route connecting Haarlem's center to the surrounding woods, earning its name Houtstraat.

The street houses multiple national monuments, including the Verweyhal exhibition space and the Doopsgezinde Church with its modern neon lamp entrance.

Visitors find numerous benches near Raamvest intersection and coffee shops around Grote Markt for breaks between shopping activities.

The street appears as a property space in the Dutch edition of Monopoly, representing its status as a major commercial destination in Haarlem.

Location: Haarlem

Inception: 13 century

GPS coordinates: 52.37888,4.63302

Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:23

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