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City and former municipality in South Holland, Netherlands
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Schoonhoven is a small town in the Dutch province of South Holland.
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A 13th century church.
A former orphanage built in the 19th century.
Town Hall
Originally 15th-century building with 50 bell carillon.
Weigh House
Built in 1617 and extended in 1758. Since 1971 it has housed a restaurant.
Silver Museum
former granary
Now contains a collection of jewelry spanning a few centuries.
Water tower
Built in 1901, now hosts yet another zilvergalerie.
A former 16th century granary.
Located in the historic city centre of Schoonhoven.
This traditional hotel on the River IJssel, is about 5 km from Gouda, in the small town of Haastrecht. It's an easy cycle to Gouda. There is a pub/restaurant. Free Wi-Fi and parking.
Walking or using a bike is the easiest way to travel in Schoonhoven. Distances are short, and everything is close to wherever you are.
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