Rijswijk, Municipality in South Holland, Netherlands
Description
Rijswijk is a municipality in South Holland near The Hague that combines residential neighborhoods with research facilities and market spaces across a compact area. The town mixes different functions, from housing to commerce and industry, all within walking distance.
History
The town gained international importance in 1697 when major European powers signed peace treaties at Nieuwburg Castle to end a major conflict. This moment put the small municipality at the center of European diplomacy for a brief time.
Culture
The old church and houses from the 17th century shape how the town looks today and show how people built their homes over time. Walking through, you notice how these buildings reflect different periods of Dutch construction methods.
Practical
The town has several parks including Hoekpolder and Wilhelminapark that provide green spaces for spending time outdoors in any season. These areas are easy to access and work well for walking or taking a break.
Did you know?
A stone obelisk built in 1792 stands where the castle once was and marks the exact spot where peace was signed. Visitors often miss this quiet monument, which serves as a daily reminder of the town's global moment.
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Drievliet
1.7 km
Forum Hadriani
2.1 km
Huis ter Nieuwburg
401 m
Landgoed te Werve
630 m
Formule X
1.7 km
Needle of Rijswijk
401 m
Huis Overvoorde, Rijswijk
1.8 km
Wilhelminapark, Rijswijk
2.2 km
Sijthoff Building
929 m
St. Hippolytus
4 km
De Roos
3.8 km
Oude stadhuis van Rijswijk
279 m
Sint-Bonifatiuskerk
782 m
Welgelegen
1.1 km
Lambert van Meerten Museum
4 km
Rijswijkse Schouwburg
231 mElsenburgerbos
1.5 km
Huis Steenvoorde
1.8 km
Water tower in Delft
3.5 km
Hoornbrug
1.1 km
Dynamite Express
1.7 km
Den Burch
882 m
Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands Art Collection
853 m
Oude Kerk
1.2 km
Hofje van Gratie
3.8 km
Altena
3.3 km
Hofje van Pauw
3.8 km
De Lindenhof
3.5 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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