The city as an open-air museum
Anyone walking through Medemblik will experience the city as an open-air museum: compact, atmospheric and rich in places where the past becomes tangible. The five museums each open a door to a different period in history, showing Medemblik's versatile past like no other place.
All museums and historical locations are within walking distance of each other, making it easy to discover Medemblik on foot. In this way, you can take an extraordinary journey through centuries of history in one walk.
Museums
Three iconic museums bring the history of Medemblik to life, all within walking distance in the old town.
Radboud Castle
Step into the Middle Ages and discover the history of the Counts of Holland. This impressive 13th-century castle tells the story of power, struggle, and West Frisian resistance.
1671 HM Medemblik
Dutch Steam Engine Museum
Experience the power of steam in this unique museum. Discover how steam engines changed the world and see historical machines in action.
1671 HJ Medemblik
The Old Bakery Museum
Smell the aroma of freshly baked bread and discover the baker's craft. This museum shows how bread was made for centuries and the role it played in everyday life.
1671 BD Medemblik
War Museum Medemblik
Discover the stories of World War II in Medemblik. This museum brings the impact of the war on the local community to life.
1671 GW Medemblik
Museum Steam Tram Hoorn-Medemblik
Take a nostalgic trip back in time with the historic steam tram. Enjoy the landscape as you travel just as people did over a century ago.
1624 NN Hoorn
Other Historic Sites
Flour Mill De Herder
Visit this working mill and see how grain is ground into flour. A living monument that upholds the tradition of milling.
1671 GA Medemblik
The Bonifacius Church
Admire this beautiful 15th-century Gothic church. An architectural masterpiece that testifies to Medemblik's rich religious past.
1671 CR Medemblik
MedemblikCARD
With the MedemblikCARD, you can enjoy discounts and extra benefits at various museums and attractions in Medemblik. Discover the city's history affordably and make your visit even more enjoyable.
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