Gouda

Although one of the smaller cities in the province of South Holland with a population of 70,000, Gouda still remains a popular tourist destination due to its cheese heritage and wealth of historical buildings.

During the 11th century, Gouda was mainly covered in peat and peat harvesting was the main source of employment. As technologies developed, Gouda was connected to the great canal network in the Netherlands via the Oude Rijn and became a major trade hub. Its history after this period was quite turbulent with outbreaks of disease, war and economic decline. In modern history, Gouda’s economy revolves around the cheese industry and markets and the famous cheese market is held on a weekly basis. Aside from the cheese, Gouda also boasts a range of stunning buildings such as the City Hall and the Church of St. John.

Discover it yourself with Walking Dinner Gouda