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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

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 outdoor adventures and history, there are plenty of great things to do in Deventer. Remember to enjoy the area's blend of unmissable sights, local charm and culture.
How do I spend a day in Deventer?
Once you've visited top attractions like Historical Museum Deventer and Waag, spend the rest of your day exploring Deventer's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Deventer?
Don't go home without checking out Historical Museum Deventer, ranked the top tourist attraction in Deventer.
Is three days enough to stay in Deventer?
Three days in Deventer is plenty of time to enjoy the city's key attractions. Many guests book for three days on average. Historical Museum Deventer, Waag and Brink are top-rated sights. Like to see more? Hang around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots like Arnhem.
Is Deventer a walkable city?
If discovering on foot sounds like your kind of getaway, Deventer is a perfect place to visit. Find leading sights, like Historical Museum Deventer, a walkable distance from downtown. You can also enjoy a stroll around Rivierenbuurt, a cool neighborhood located about 1 mile from downtown.
What are some activities to do in Deventer with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, an itinerary filled with fun activities takes your trip to the next level. Browse our ideas for what to do in Deventer with kids.

What to do in Deventer for adults?
Etty Hillesum Centrum and Toysmuseum Deventer are just two of the things to do in Deventer. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Deventer?
One of the best ways to discover free things to do in Deventer is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on hip neighborhoods, parks and other attractions you can visit without reaching for your wallet. Brink is one spot that doesn't charge an entrance fee.