Take a boat on the canal De Vliet

De Vliet is an attractive route for lovers of water sports situated between Leiden and Delft, with mooring places by parks, tourist attractions and terraces. You can therefore travel from one place to another without feeling bored. And with the many hospitality outlets along the route, any journey becomes a party.

For lovers of beautiful Dutch landscapes, this route is a must. Here you will see historic farms and gorgeous houses on the waterside. And because the route passes through Leidschendam, you get a nice view from the water of one of the loveliest towns in Zuid-Holland.

Tip

There's always something to experience at the lock in Leidschendam. Where boats navigate the lock and cyclists stop for a refreshing ice cream or a nice lunch.

Where can you find us?

Kanaal De Vliet

Startling activities

Ruiterstandbeeld Corbulo

Corbulo is the founder of Forum Hadriani, the current Voorburg. For over fifty years, his special equestrian statue has watched over the surroundings! The statue makes a nice stop in the city walk and is a lovely, artistic reflection of a unique piece of history.

Tropische Vlindertuin

Vlinders aan de Vliet is a small tropical zoo in Leidschendam, near The Hague with hundreds of colourful butterflies, birds, fish, turtles, reptiles and some unusual insects.

Information columns

In some places in the municipality of Leidschendam-Voorburg you’ll find information columns. They’ll tell you about a historic event, building, or person. That way, you will always know everything about the rich history in Leidschendam-Voorburg!