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The St. Nicholas or Bergkerk in Deventer is originally a Roman basilica and is located on an old river dune in the Bergkwartier. The church was built in the years 1198-1209, near the then Deventer harbor quarter. It was founded in the heyday of the Hanseatic city. The church, a Romanesque basilica, was dedicated to Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of the captains. In the 15th century the Bergkerk underwent several renovations which gave it a late Gothic character. The two characteristic spiers were built during that period

Bergkerk

Learn about the local history of Deventer when you take a trip to Bergkerk. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Bergkerk

Brink

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Learn about the local history of Deventer with a stop at Brink. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Brink

Etty Hillesum Centrum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Etty Hillesum Centrum in Deventer. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Etty Hillesum Centrum

Bergstraat 29

You can learn about the history of Deventer with a stop at Bergstraat 29. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Bergstraat 29

Walstraat 20

You can learn about the history of Deventer with a trip to Walstraat 20. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Walstraat 20

Historical Museum Deventer

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Historical Museum Deventer during your trip to Deventer. Amble around the area's forest, or seek out its biking trails.

Historical Museum Deventer

Toysmuseum Deventer

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Toysmuseum Deventer during your travels in Deventer. Amble around the area's forest, or seek out its biking trails.

Toysmuseum Deventer

Waag

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Waag in Deventer. Amble around the area's forest, or seek out its biking trails.

Waag

Grote of Lebuïnuskerk

Learn about the local history of Deventer when you take a trip to Grote of Lebuïnuskerk. Amble around the area's forest, or seek out its biking trails.

Grote of Lebuïnuskerk

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The Rijsterborgherpark is a city park located between the Deventer Station and the city center of Deventer. In the Deventer, this park is called "Het oude parkoen." The Rijsterborgherpark was built after 1874 on a part of the fortifications of Deventer. Around 1630 these fortifications were built outside the walls of the city. Already in 1852 there was a 'walk' between the Noordenbergpoort and the former Brinkpoort over the strongholds called the Rijsterborgherpad, to engineer and captain J.H.L. Rijsterborgh one of the designers of the Boreel barracks in town. Garden architect Leonard Anthony Springer designed the park after the Deventer fortress was closed in 1874, commissioned by the municipality in 1887. The Rijsterborgherpark suffered considerable damage during the Second World War due to Allied bombings intended for the nearby station and the railway bridge. Gerard Bleeker made a new design in the period 1948 - 1952, the execution of which was completed in 1954. In 1968 the park came on the national monument list, but in the seventies the part called the Bird Island had to be closed due to neglect and vandalism. The park was enriched in 1985 with a sculpture route. A number of artworks were placed including the statue Europe and the bull of Pieter d 'Hont from 1963, also the fountain in the Buitengracht was restored. After a major renovation in 1992, the Bird Island offers space for a restaurant, a music dome and an animal park. By a whirlwind more than a hundred monumental trees were killed on 9 September 1998. Neighboring municipalities Zwolle, Bathmen and Voorst introduced new trees and Deventer citizens raised money for the restoration. The Rijsterborgherpark has since been completely restored in the spirit of the old Springer design. The result is an open park with lots of young plantings next to old trees and good asphalt roads for everyone.

Keizerslanden

Keizerslanden is well-liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Deventer area, you might plan a trip to Historical Museum Deventer or Walstraat 20.

Keizerslanden
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Rivierenbuurt

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rivierenbuurt and surrounding area, you can visit Brink and Bergkerk.

Rivierenbuurt

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Frequently asked questions

Is Deventer worth visiting?
From retail therapy to history and outdoor pursuits, there are loads of fun things to do in Deventer. Make sure to enjoy the area's blend of awesome attractions, culture and local charm.
How do I spend a day in Deventer?
Begin your day with a visit to Historical Museum Deventer and Waag. Then, tour other parts of Deventer for a bite to eat and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Deventer?
The top tourist attraction in Deventer is Historical Museum Deventer, so be sure to put it on your sightseeing agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Deventer?
You can easily tick off popular attractions like Historical Museum Deventer, Waag and Brink with a three-day break in Deventer. On average, most travelers plan three days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stick around longer and check out Arnhem.
Is Deventer a walkable city?
It depends on what you plan to see and do in Deventer. Several attractions, like Historical Museum Deventer, are reachable on foot. If you feel like a stroll around one of Deventer's cool neighborhoods, Rivierenbuurt is 2 kilometers away from downtown.
What are some activities to do in Deventer with kids?
If you're looking for activities and sights for all of your group, here are some great ideas for what to do in Deventer with kids.

What to do in Deventer for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Deventer, with entertainment for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Etty Hillesum Centrum or Toysmuseum Deventer.
Are there free things to do in Deventer?
From checking out parks to strolling around exciting neighborhoods, it's a breeze to discover free things to do in Deventer. If you need inspiration, get some recommendations from a local tour guide. Brink is a top spot for anyone wishing to save on their traveling adventures.