Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Enschede, Netherlands
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2.5 km
34 m
Experience Enschede in Netherlands in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.
Individual Sights in EnschedeSight 1: Sint Jozef
St. Joseph's Church is a Roman Catholic church located at Oldenzaalsestraat 115 in the Dutch city of Enschede, on the edge of the Het Zeggelt district.
Sight 2: Nationaal Muziekkwartier
The National Music Quarter, located in Enschede, is a collaboration between Wilminktheater and Muziekcentrum Enschede, Metropool Enschede, National Touring Opera, the Orchestra of the East, De Muziekschool Twente and ArtEZ Conservatory.
Sight 3: Grote Kerk
The Grote Kerk is a church building on the Oude Markt in Enschede, the Netherlands. The original church dates from the Middle Ages, but underwent major changes in the 19th century.
Sight 4: Het ei van Ko
Ko's Egg is a work of art in the center of the Dutch city of Enschede. The designer, artist Joop Hekman, did not give it a name, but the municipality of Enschede calls it The Family. After its installation in 1984, the bourgeoisie immediately named the oval brick construction with a group of statues, after the then mayor Ko Wierenga.
Sight 5: Sint Jacobus de Meerdere
The Sint-Jacobus de Meerderekerk is a church on the Oude Markt in the Dutch city of Enschede. The Jacobus parish is best known as a parish where Alphons Ariëns worked as a chaplain. In memory of him, the 'Arians Memorial Celebration' is held here every November.
Wikipedia: Sint-Jacobus de Meerderekerk (Enschede, 1934) (NL), Heritage Website
Sight 6: Gedenknaald H.J. van Heek
The H.J. van Heek memorial column is a 19th-century monument in the Volkspark in Enschede.
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