Veenhuizen Orphanage – Colonies of Benevolence loop from Veenhuizen

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Veenhuizen Orphanage – Colonies of Benevolence loop from Veenhuizen

Easy

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(9)

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Veenhuizen Orphanage – Colonies of Benevolence loop from Veenhuizen

01:30

5.95km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 28, 2026

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Veenhuizen

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201 m

Veenhuizen Orphanage

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In the 19th century, orphans could go to this orphanage in Veenhuizen. In the years before, so-called 'anti-socials' were already allowed to move into the house, to work hard and …

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240 m

Carbine Post Veenhuizen

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There are several carbine posts in and around Veenhuizen.

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340 m

Prison Museum Veenhuizen

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The prison museum is now closed, but the cafe is open.

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752 m

Turf Barge and Old Power Station Veenhuizen

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A barge loaded with peat, near the old power station.

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810 m

Forest Path to the Generator House

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1.92 km

Koepelkerk Veenhuizen

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The church was built in 1825 as a water management church.

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5.12 km

Colonies of Benevolence

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From a charity these poor colonies were founded. A place where poor people, beggars and the homeless got shelter and were given the opportunity to work. Veenhuizen was one of …

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