Belfry of Sluis, Medieval belfry in Sluis, Netherlands
The stone belfry stands at Groote Markt 1, rising above the town square with its rectangular base and slender tower reaching toward the sky.
The construction of this defensive structure began in 1382 under Count Louis of Male, who initiated the fortification process of Sluis as a strategic point.
The belfry contains a wooden sculpture of Jantje van Sluis, representing the earliest clockmaker in the Netherlands and maintaining local traditions.
Visitors can explore the belfry and museum Wednesday through Sunday from 1 PM to 4:30 PM during winter months, with extended hours in summer.
The belfry remains the only historical structure rebuilt in downtown Sluis following its destruction during World War II in October 1944.
Location: Sluis
Address: Groote Markt 1
GPS coordinates: 51.30889,3.38611
Latest update: March 11, 2025 23:43
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