Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Login or Signup

Get the App

Login or Signup

Discover
Places to see
Netherlands
Drenthe
Noordenveld

Prison Museum Veenhuizen

Highlight • Historical Site

Prison Museum Veenhuizen

Cycling

4.8

(135)

Hiking

5.0

(7)

Gravel riding

5.0

(1)

Road cycling

(1)

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Veenhuizen

Save

Share

  • More

  • Location: Noordenveld, Drenthe, Netherlands

    Save

    Share

  • More

  • Take Me There

    Tips

    May 17, 2018

    Cycling

    Explore the history of crime and punishment throughout the centuries in the modern and interactive prison museum.

    More information can be found at besuchdrenthe.de/standort/214487491/gefangnismuseum-veenhuizen
    Translated by
    The National Prison Museum has been located at its current site in Veenhuizen since 2005; the only remaining non-free institution of the Society of Benevolence, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2021. The 1823 building is one of the few tangible reminders from the era of the Colonies of Benevolence in the village.
    In addition to permanent and temporary exhibitions, the Prison Museum offers engaging activities for young and old. From a visit to a notorious disciplinary prison, a ride through the village with the old Boevenbus (crooks' bus), to in-depth events and activities.


    See also: gevangenismuseum.nl
    Showing Translation

    February 23, 2024

    Cycling

    Did you know that Veenhuizen is still a prison village to this day? In the National Prison Museum, which is located in a former work asylum, you can learn in an interactive way about dealing with crime and punishment in the Netherlands from 1600 to today.
    Translated by
    guide_signup

    Sign up for a free komoot account to get 2 more insider tips and takes.

    Sign up for free

    Nearby routes

    Best routes near Prison Museum Veenhuizen

    placeholder

    4.7

    (60)

    359

    riders

    #1.

    Fochteloërveen Nature Reserve – Fochteloërveen Nature Reserve loop from Boswachterij Appelscha

    41.4km

    02:26

    50m

    50m

    Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Navigate with device

    Send to Phone

    Moderate
    placeholder

    Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate
    placeholder

    Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Easy

    Details

    Informations

    Elevation 10 m

    Weather

    Powered by Foreca

    Friday 12 June

    16°C

    12°C

    31 %

    Additional weather tips

    Max wind speed: 26.0 km/h

    Most visited during

    January

    February

    March

    April

    May

    June

    July

    August

    September

    October

    November

    December

    Location: Noordenveld, Drenthe, Netherlands

    Other Popular Places to Check Out

    Kolonien van Weldadigheid

    Explore
    RoutesRoute plannerFeaturesHikesMTB TrailsRoad cycling routesBikepackingSitemap
    Download the app
    Follow Us on Socials

    © komoot GmbH

    Privacy Policy