Kampen Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in the Netherlands
About Kampen
The city of Kampen, which boasts one of the best preserved old city centres in the Netherlands, dates back to the 12th century. Its position close to the mouth of the Ijssel River (which flowed into the Zuider Zee) gave it sheltered anchorage and as such, it became a trading centre. It received city rights in 1236 and which joined the Hanseatic League in 1441. The city suffered a decline from about 1600 onwards due to the Ijssel silting up. In the 19th century, partial damming of the river resulted in the river's stream becoming more concentrated and scouring the silt enabling it to re-establish itself as a port. During the 19th century, a cigar industry became established, but after the Second World War, with the advents of cigarettes this industry collapsed.
Top Attractions in Kampen
Explore the best things to see and do in Kampen:
- ★Broederkerk
- ★Broederpoort
- ★Cellebroederspoort
- ★Former city hall and City Museum
- ★Kamper Tabaksmuseum (Tobacco Museum)
- ★Koornmarktspoort
- ★Nieuwe Toren (New Tower)
- ★Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk (aka Buitenkerk)
Kampen Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: