Hoofdtoren, Defense fort in Hoorn, Netherlands.
The Hoofdtoren stands with thick walls of one and a half meters on the seaside, featuring shooting holes for cannons and musket fire.
Built in 1532 during Hoorn's major urban development, the tower protected the harbor entrance and served as a strategic defense point against sea attacks.
The bell chamber contains three bells, including a Hemony bell from 1646 and a historic bell from 1529, marking time for the local community.
The structure includes viewing platforms that provide multiple perspectives of the harbor, with access points from northwest, north, and south directions.
The tower's exterior features yellow-white natural stone on the sea-facing side, making it visible to sailors from considerable distances at sea.
Location: Hoorn
Address: Hoofd 2 1621AM 1621AM
GPS coordinates: 52.63694,5.06306
Latest update: March 4, 2025 03:13
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