Canal walk through Leiden
A walking route along Rapenburg, Nieuwe Rijn, canals, bridges and historic façades.
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Route along Leiden’s canals. Compare relevant places, practical details and options that fit your visit.
Route along Leiden’s canals. Compare relevant places, practical details and options that fit your visit. The selection updates automatically when new checked places are added.
A walking route along Rapenburg, Nieuwe Rijn, canals, bridges and historic façades.
A balanced first visit combining De Burcht, Pieterskerk, Rapenburg, two leading museums, the Hortus, a canal cruise and the city’s green singels.
A calm itinerary with coffee beside the water, short walks, lunch on Nieuwe Rijn, a cruise, the Hortus, Plantsoen, shops and the harbour.