Experience architecture in the Zaan region
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Architecture
From a century of architectural styles on the Hembrug site to traditional timber construction and Neo-Zaans architecture throughout the region. You'll feast your eyes!
For lovers of architecture, a visit to the Zaan region is more than worthwhile. You'll see a multitude of styles here.
Besides authentic timber buildings, you will find modern interpretations of the same style and industrial heritage has been beautifully repurposed.
Below our some tips from local enthusiasts.
Architecture walk
Join an Archiguide from architecture platform Babel on a tour of old and new Zaandam. The guide will take you through the fascinating background of the city centre's makeover.
But buildings from the past are also given full attention. Some only decades old, others almost a century or even older, such as the work of city architect L.J. Immink.
Where: entrance to Zaanstad Town Hall (Stadhuisplein 100)
When: 22 May, 14:00
Cost: €7.50 (free up to the age of 18)
Century of architectural styles
The Hembrug Museum organises a guided tour of the Hembrug terrain every month. This terrain once formed the heart of the Stelling van Amsterdam, the defence line around our capital.
The abandoned buildings and restored monuments on this site together represent a century's worth of architectural styles.
Where: Hembrug Museum (Kanonnenloods 14, Zaandam)
When: first Sunday of the month, 11:00 a.m.
Cost: €10
Cycling past monuments
Interested in the world-famous Zaanse timber construction and other historical building styles? Stadsherstel offers a route along 42 restored Zaanse monuments with a story.
The route runs from Zaanse Schans Station to Zaandam Station, where you can park and rent a bike if needed. More routes and cycling information on our cycling page.
The route
And there's more... - tips, routes and activities
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The Competition
The Competition
Documentary at local filmtheater De Fabriek. A disconcerting look into the kitchen of the 'star architect'.
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Urban densification
Urban densification
Babel programme on urban densification in Zaanstad based on the building plans Houthavenkade and Zaanse Helden.
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Walk Old Zaandijk
Walk Old Zaandijk
This guide full of architectural and other facts brings the old village of Zaandijk to life. Buy it at the Zaanstore.
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Zaans timber construction
Zaans timber construction
Take a short walk with an Archiguide along Zaans timber construction via YouTube.
