Rode Steen

Rode Steen is a stone in Leiden, Bollenstreek, South Holland. Rode Steen is situated nearby to the bridge Sint Jansbrug, as well as near the church Hartebrugkerk.

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Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Burcht van Leiden and Museum Boerhaave.

Burcht van Leiden

Scenic viewpoint

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The Burcht van Leiden is an old shell keep in Leiden constructed in the 11th century. It is located at the spot where two tributaries of the Rhine come together, the Oude Rijn and the Nieuwe Rijn. The structure is on top of a motte, and is today a public park. Burcht van Leiden is situated 140 metres south of Rode Steen.

Museum Boerhaave

Museum

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Rijksmuseum Boerhaave is a museum of the history of science and medicine, based in Leiden, Netherlands. The museum hosts a collection of historical scientific instruments from all disciplines, but mainly from medicine, physics, and astronomy. Museum Boerhaave is situated 240 metres northwest of Rode Steen.

Weigh House

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The Leiden Weigh House is a Rijksmonument located on Aalmarkt street. It was designed by Pieter Post around 1657 and opened in 1659. For centuries, merchants came here to weigh and trade a variety of goods. Weigh House is situated 140 metres southwest of Rode Steen.