Deventer

Netherlands
Deventer, Netherlands
Photo: Martie Ressing, User :Ressing Public domain source

A heritage-dense city on the IJssel river in the Dutch province of Overijssel, Deventer has one of the oldest histories in the Netherlands — mentioned in 9th-century records and granted city rights in 1123. Its walkable centre is thick with listed historic buildings and a strong café and restaurant scene. The city also holds the oldest stone house, the oldest public park, and the oldest scientific library in the Netherlands.

  • Population97,331
  • Nearest water0.4 km
  • Nearest mountain17.5 km
  • UNESCO within 50 km9

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