Venhuizen facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Venhuizen
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 Venhuizen
Location in Netherlands
Venhuizen
Location in North Holland
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| Country | Netherlands | ||
| Province | North Holland | ||
| Municipality | Drechterland | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 8.50 km2 (3.28 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | -1.0 m (0 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 4,310 | ||
| • Density | 507.1/km2 (1,313.3/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
1606
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| Dialing code | 0228 | ||
Venhuizen is a charming village located in the north-western part of the Netherlands. It's part of the North Holland province, in a region called West-Frisia. Today, Venhuizen is part of the larger municipality of Drechterland.
Before January 1, 2006, Venhuizen was its own separate municipality. However, it then joined with Drechterland. The leaders decided to keep the name Drechterland for the new, bigger municipality.
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History of Venhuizen
Venhuizen has a long history! It was first mentioned on a map of the Hollands Noorderkwartier back in 1288. On that old map, it was called Veenhusen.
The name "Venhuizen" likely means "houses at or in the fen." A fen is a type of wet, marshy land. This suggests the village was built near watery areas.
The village has some beautiful old churches. The Dutch Reformed church was built a very long time ago, in the 15th century. Another important church is the Roman Catholic St. Lucaskerk (St. Lucas church). This one is more modern, built in 1956. Locals sometimes call it the "tough" or "robust" church because of its strong look.
Fun Things to Do in Venhuizen
Venhuizen is a lively place with fun events for everyone!
Annual Village Fest
Every year, around the time of Pentecost, the village holds a big festival. It's a super exciting event that includes:
- A fun fair with rides and games
- A thrilling horse race
- A friendly volleyball tournament
- Different music and food festivals
Food Festival Venhuizen
Since 2017, Venhuizen has hosted a special event called the Food Festival Venhuizen each spring. This festival is very popular, attracting more than 10,000 visitors every year! It's a great chance to try delicious local foods and enjoy the community spirit.
Famous People from Venhuizen
Many talented people have come from Venhuizen, including athletes who have achieved great things in sports!
- Hendrik Offerhaus (1875–1953), a famous rower.
- Rob Compas (born 1966), a professional road bicycle racer.
- Rick Hooijboer (born 1974), a skilled football (soccer) player.
- Mathieu Boots (born 1976), another great soccer player.
- Peter Koning (born 1990), a professional racing cyclist.
Gallery
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Dutch Reformed Church in Venhuizen
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The former town hall from 1662.
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St. Lucaskerk.
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Restaurant next to the former town hall from 1662
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A typical house at Venhuizen
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The Teun Sluis-iceskating rink at Venhuizen
