Discover the over 600 beautiful monuments

Leidschendam-Voorburg has a rich cultural heritage, with nearly 90 designated national monuments and 400 municipal monuments. In the towns, villages and beyond, you will find gorgeous mansions, historic churches, interesting artworks and much more! For lovers of art, culture and history, there’s always something to see here!

Park your car or bike and check out the all of the beautiful monuments: in Leidschendam-Voorburg, they are everywhere. The municipality’s rich history, going back 2000 years, can be seen everywhere. On the official website of the municipality, you will find a detailed list of monuments which you can use as a starting point for a nice walk or a fun day out!

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In the book 'Parels van baksteen', you can read all about the monuments in the municipality. From country estates and mansions in Voorburg, the locks in Leidschendam to the mills in Stompwijk.

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National monuments in Leidschendam-Voorburg

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Startling activities

Poldermolen De Vlieger

Molen de Vlieger is a drainage windmill situated in the unique polder landscape of Essesteijn in Voorburg which also includes a petting zoo. The authentic mill, built in 1621, is still fully operational and currently in use as a museum.

Lock in Leidschendam

Around the lock in the historic centre of Leidschendam, there are several terraces, cafés and restaurants. Leidschendam has a remarkable history, which you can really feel near the lock.