Name: Begijnhof Tours
Location: Begijnhof Museum

Begijnhof Museum

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Led by a guide, you'll visit locations that are not normally accessible to the public and discover the stories behind this special heritage.&nbsp;Does the Bredase Begijnhof form part of one of the most remarkable women's movements of medieval Europe? Did a monastery ever stand on this site? Were Beguines truly poor and underdeveloped women? Who owns the Begijnhof? And what did the protection by the lords of Breda and later the House of Orange-Nassau mean for the survival of this special institution?&nbsp;The tour lasts approximately 75 minutes and is suitable for adults and children from Year 6 onwards who are interested in history.&nbsp;Practical Information• When: every Saturday afternoon in August&nbsp;• Departure: 14:00 from the Begijnhof Museum, Catharinastraat 29&nbsp;• Language: Dutch&nbsp;• Duration: about 75 minutes&nbsp;• Price: £9.50 per person, including a cup of coffee or tea

Step into a world that remains hidden from most visitors. During this special tour, you will become acquainted with the Begijnhof Breda: the oldest institution in the city and one of the oldest still existing legal entities in the Netherlands. For more than 750 years, the Begijnhof has been a place where history, faith, and daily life come together.

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