Geyersvlijt, Cultural heritage neighborhood in Paramaribo, Suriname
Description
Geyersvlijt is a neighborhood north of Paramaribo that stretches along the Suriname River, mixing residential areas, open land, and local shops. The Mulo Geyersvlijt school serves as a notable community focal point in the area.
History
A German soldier named Johan Christiaan Geyer founded this area in 1819 by combining four separate land parcels to supply food to Paramaribo. By the 1800s it became a major producer of coffee, cocoa, and bananas.
Culture
The name comes from its founder Geyer, and the neighborhood still reflects the arrival of workers from British India and Java who settled here. The mix of housing styles and local shops shows this multicultural history that shaped daily life.
Practical
The neighborhood connects to central Paramaribo through several transport routes, making it easy to reach. It is best explored on foot or by local transport to see how the community functions.
Did you know?
The founder's daughter married Carel Ludwig Weissenbruch, who managed a large network of plantations across the region. This connection significantly shaped how agriculture developed throughout Suriname.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Paramaribo).
Baba and Mai
4.1 km
Garden of Palms
4.2 km
Sint Vincentius Hospital
4.1 km
N.G.V.B. StadionMgr. Aloysius Zichem Sportcentrum
4.2 km
Henck Arron
4.1 km
Statue of Ruben Klas
4.1 km
Gebouw 1790, Fort Zeelandia, Paramaribo
4.1 km
Saoenah Market
2.3 km
Van Roseveltkade 34
4.1 km
Heilig Hart-kerk, Paramaribo
3.6 km
Prins Hendrikstraat 12, Paramaribo
4.1 km
Costerstraat 59
4 km
Hofstede Crulllaan 22a, Paramaribo
3.6 km
Grote Combéweg 35
4 km
Grote Combéweg 3, Paramaribo
4 km
Costerstraat 6, Paramaribo
4.2 km
Van Roseveltkade 36, Paramaribo
4.1 km
Grote Combéweg 11
4 km
Combékerk, Paramaribo
3.8 km
Grote Combéweg 13, Paramaribo
4.2 km
Costerstraat 8
4.2 km
Costerstraat 34
4.1 km
Costerstraat 54, Paramaribo
4 km
Julianastraat 56, Paramaribo
3.7 km
Costerstraat 69
4 km
Hofstede Crulllaan 11, Paramaribo
3.6 km
Grote Combéweg 34, Paramaribo
4 km
Costerstraat 24, Paramaribo
4.2 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes