Of course, you can discover all the beauty that Dordrecht has to offer yourself, but also consider joining a walk on Saturday morning with one of the experienced VVV guides.
Our experienced 'storytellers' will take you along the most beautiful spots in our historic city centre and tell you the best stories and anecdotes.
Walking along the pearls of the city
The experienced VVV guides will tell you the funniest anecdotes and most beautiful stories that you probably have never heard before. For example, do you know why the people of Dordrecht are called 'Schapenkoppen'? And did you know that Dordrecht is the oldest city in Holland? Did you know, for example, that the tower of the Grote Kerk is more leaning than the tower of Pisa? That Vincent van Gogh lived in Dordrecht for a while?
You will find out during this pleasant and informative 1-hour walk, which starts at the VVV tourist office at Spuiboulevard 99.
Sign up quickly at the VVV via: vvvdordrecht@dordrecht.nl or 078-751 3000.
When: on Saturdays from 3 July to 25 September
Time: 11.30-12.30 hrs
Cost: € 6.00 p.p.
Boarding tours of Ontdek Dordrecht
Ontdek Dordrecht offers surprising and interactive tours of Dordrecht. The enthusiastic team of guides will help you discover the best stories about Dordrecht. Every tour has its own theme.
- Verborgen parels (Hidden Pearls) shows you magnificent highlights and surprising hidden gems in the historic inner city of Dordrecht.
When: 15-21-29 July and 4-12-18-26 August. Time: 13.00 or 14.00 hrs. - Hofjes & Tuinen takes you past the most beautiful historical courtyards, parks and gardens. History and urban greenery: a unique way to discover the city.
When: 18 July and 1-15-29 August. Time: 12 noon - Wine & Beer tells the alcoholic history of Dordrecht. From the wine trade to city breweries and legendary nightlife spots. It is guaranteed to make you thirsty!
When to attend: 16-30 July and 13-27 August. Time: 16.00 hrs. - Water & Havens shows the history of the island of Dordrecht: from the staple law to the Sint Elisabethflood and the flood disaster.
When: 25 July and 8-22 August. Time: 12 noon.
Departure point: Taankade Dordrecht. Cost: € 7.50 per person, Dordtpas free. Ticket sales: book online in advance, available from VVV Dordrecht on the day.
