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. And for lovers of delicious food and drinks, there’s more than enough to experience here. Everything that’s special about Leidschendam is near the lock!
The lock in Leidschendam is a nice place to stop during a walk through the old centre. Here the old merchant houses watch over the many tourists and shopping crowd. A great time’s guaranteed! It’s also fun to enjoy the views from the water, which is why there are many mooring places for boats!
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Opening hours
Lock opening hours for boat traffic vary in each season. For more information, visit https://www.zuid-holland.nl/onderwerpen/verkeer-vervoer/vaarwegen/brugopeningen/
Where can you find us?
Lock in Leidschendam
Startling activities
Houtzaagmolen de Salamander
De Salamander is a typical Dutch sawmill, located in Leidschendam. The mill was rebuilt in 1778. A steam engine was installed so that sawing could continue in windless conditions, a technique which was quite new in those days.
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.