Dokkum, Fortified city in Noardeast-Fryslân, Netherlands.
Description
Dokkum is a fortified town in northeastern Friesland laid out in a circular pattern around canals, with four historic gates defining the old city boundaries. The center holds shops, restaurants, and lodging options spread throughout the streets.
History
The town developed as a fortified settlement with its distinctive circular design and protective gates. In 754, Saint Boniface was killed here along with 52 companions by local residents, an event that became significant in early Christian history.
Culture
Two working windmills in the city still grind flour using traditional methods, representing a craft that shaped life here for centuries.
Practical
The town is easy to explore on foot since streets follow the canal system in an organized way. You will find cafés, restaurants, and places to stay scattered throughout, making it convenient to spend time here.
Did you know?
The town plays a key role in the famous Elfstedentocht ice skating marathon that covers 200 kilometers across Friesland, serving as the northernmost turning point. Many visitors come here specifically to watch or participate in this winter sports event when it takes place.
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Bonifatiuskapel Dokkum
423 m
Sint-Bonifatiuskerk, Dokkum
191 mDe Sionsberg
550 m
Grote of Sint-Martinuskerk
259 m
Town hall of Dokkum
121 m
De Hoop
192 m
Zeldenrust
318 m
Watertoren
736 m
Admiraliteitshuis, Dokkum
140 m
Waag (Dokkum)
196 m
Zuiderbolwerk 51, Dokkum
54 m
Verenigde christelijke kerk, Dokkum
247 m
Keppelstraat 40, Dokkum
44 m
Halvemaanspoort 15-17
239 mVilla Zonneheuvel
181 mSt. Boniface's Abbey, Dokkum
299 m
Bonifatiuspark Dokkum
395 m
De Dijk 10, Dokkum
56 m
De Gouden Hand
221 mRondweg-Noord 20, Dokkum
507 m
De Zijl 5, Dokkum
111 m
Legeweg 1, Dokkum
253 mWoonhuis in overgangsarchitectuur
407 mRijk geornamenteerd woonhuis
679 m
Strobosserweg 11, Dokkum
170 m
Lange Oosterstraat 6, Dokkum
126 m
Ophaalbrug Oostervallaat (Dokkum)
738 m
Hoekpand met verdieping onder zadeldak (Primajob uitzendbureau)
345 m
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