Gouda

Gouda is a city of 72,000 inhabitants located 26 kilometers from Rotterdam.

The city is internationally renowned for its famous cheese, candle making, pipe production, and stroopwafels (caramel waffles).

With numerous historic buildings and churches, it is a highly popular excursion destination.

Highlighted places to visit include:

-The four windmills; one of them, De Roode Leeuw, dates to 1727.

-Het Oude Stadhuis (Old Town Hall): The famous 15th-century building is the most photographed location in the city.

-Sint-Janskerk Church: An impressive church dating back to 1552, with a length of 123 meters, making it the longest church in the country.

-The famous cheese market: Held every Thursday during the summer months, this traditional market is a must-visit.

-The canals: Several canals run through the city.

Estrolling through Goudse Hout: A natural reserve with forests and lakes.

-Explore historic buildings from the 14th, 16th, and 17th centuries, such as Goudse Waag, De Vier Gekroonden, Agnietenkapel, Lazaruspoortje, Hofjes van Gouda, Visbanken, and Het Weeshuis.

How to get to Gouda from Rotterdam

The city can be easily accessed by car (via the A20 highway) or public transportation.

From Rotterdam Central Station, you can take a train to Gouda. The journey takes approximately half an hour.

On the download section, you can download a walking route map.

On this link you can visit the website of the local tourist information.

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