De Statenpoort

Multimedia show with walking routes

Looking for a special day out? Discover the story of Hoorn! Start by experiencing Hoorn’s historical highlights in a spectacular multimedia show (15 mins). Then follow one of the in-depth walking routes past the monuments in Hoorn’s town centre. Choose the town route (60 mins), the harbour route (90 mins) or both. You can follow the walking routes using your own mobile phone (Podwalk) or a walking guide. The show and routes are available in Dutch, English and German.

Narrated by Gijs Scholten van Aschat and Edson da Graça

Immerse yourself in Hoorn’s history: from the Battle of the Zuiderzee to voyages of discovery, and from nutmeg monopolies to Black servants. Discover, learn and be inspired by all the stories this iconic North Holland port city has to offer. The Dutch narration for the multimedia show is provided by actor Gijs Scholten van Aschat. On the podwalks, presenter Edson da Graça is your audio guide.