There has been a lot of excitement in the Netherlands this week. For the first time in many months the temperature was expected to reach 20 deg C. We decided to make the most of it and spend some time outdoors.
When we first arrived in the Netherlands we were out exploring new cities almost every weekend. With the cold and wet winter that we have just had we haven't done much exploring for a while. This weekend we decided to explore Amersfoort.
The old city gate leading into the city center
Most of the old buildings in the city center have been turned into shops
A view down an alley with the Onze Lieve Vrouwetoren in the background
This tower is said to be the third largest church tower in the Netherlands. However the first thing that we noticed is that there is no church to go with the church tower. Apparently the church was destroyed in the 18th century by a gunpowder explosion.
A door in the middle of a wall
The main canal around the old city center
Time for hot chocolate and apple tart
Another view of the tower
Unfortunately Amersfoort doesn't offer much in the way of tourist attractions and also doesn't have the same charm that you find in many other Dutch towns. It is a bit of a 'only-visit-if-you-are-in-the-neighbourhood' kind of place.
With today (Sunday) being the 'warm' day that everyone was looking forward to we decided to get outdoors and enjoy some fresh air. We jumped on our bikes and headed out. We started out towards Delft but after a few detours ended up in a farming area.
Finally, for those that are wondering what Marph has been up to, he has acquired a chainmail suit. We are not sure what is intentions are, but will keep you posted.
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