Voorschoten, Historic village in South Holland, Netherlands
Description
Voorschoten is a village in South Holland positioned between Leiden and The Hague, blending traditional Dutch houses with green surroundings. The municipality spreads across land dotted with residential areas, historic religious buildings, and country estates.
History
The settlement gained market rights from Count Floris V in 1282, which launched its growth as a trading hub. This early grant shaped its development over the following centuries as it expanded from a small center into a broader community.
Culture
The name comes from the open pastures and meadows that once defined the landscape here. This rural heritage remains visible today in the green spaces woven throughout the community.
Practical
A railway station on the Amsterdam-Rotterdam line provides regular connections to The Hague and Amsterdam. Being positioned between two major cities makes it convenient to reach both destinations from here.
Did you know?
Duivenvoorde Castle and the Vredenhof estate represent two different periods in Dutch noble architecture. Though both sit within the area, visitors often overlook them despite their representation of layers of Dutch heritage.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (South Holland).
Duivenvoorde Castle
2.4 km
Landgoed de Horsten
2.3 kmVlietland
1.5 km
Landgoed De Raephorst
2.4 km
Buitenplaats Berbice
1.6 kmVlinders aan de Vliet
3.2 km
Ter Wadding
2.9 km
Sint-Laurentiuskerk
899 m
Boerderij Adegeest, Voorschoten
804 m
Moeder Godskerk
640 m
Dorpskerk (Voorschoten)
94 m
Sint-Jozefkerk
3.3 km
Knipmolen
2.3 km
Watertoren Voorschoten
1.1 km
Memorials in Voorschoten
312 mNoord-Hoflandsche molen
1.7 kmVeltpoldermolen
2 km
Zuidwijksemolen
2 kmStarrenburgerpoldermolen
1.4 kmZuid-Hoflandsche Poldermolen
1.3 km
De Oranjeboom
837 m
Papemolen
1.5 kmStatue of Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ
924 m
Houten brug Berbice
1.6 km
Huis Berbice
1.6 km
De Hooghkamer, Voorschoten
1.9 km
Haagwijk 4, Voorschoten
2.8 km
Veursestraatweg 217, Leidschendam
2.8 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