Discover the Hanze treasures of Kampen!
With more than 650 listed national monuments and a protected townscape, Kampen is a city full of historic treasures from its Hanseatic past. And precious treasures deserve to be cherished. That is why we have made these Hanze treasures more visible and easier to experience than ever before! For today's residents, for visitors and for future generations.
Look back in time
Discover Kampen’s rich Hanseatic history!
Dive into the past of Kampen, a proud Hanseatic city on the IJssel. With the Hanseatic Treasures project, we are bringing the city’s maritime past back to life for everyone. The Hanseatic Treasures are the living memory of our shared history and strengthen the identity of the city.
Scattered across Kampen you will find unique see-through panels. These transparent panels tell stories and bring Hanseatic history back to life with detailed drawings. You literally look through the panel and see what the city looked like centuries ago.
Walk the route and discover the stories behind the Hanseatic Treasures, such as:
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The Bovenkerk
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The Lion Tower
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The Hagenpoort
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The IJsselkogge
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The City Bridge
Head out, experience the history and discover why Kampen is proudly a 'Warm-hearted Hanseatic city on the water'!
Discover Kampen on foot
The Walking Route
The Hanseatic Treasures walking route takes you past all the panels and historic sites. Perfect for following the stories and experiencing the city’s rich history for yourself. Put on your walking shoes and set off.
A warm welcome for everyone!
The Hanseatic Treasures are for everyone!
Whether you live in Kampen or are visiting the city, the Hanseatic Treasures are there for everyone. Let the stories inspire you, experience the history and discover for yourself why Kampen is proudly called a "Warm-hearted Hanseatic city on the water".