Leer Travel Guide

 Kathrin_E Says:  The Haneburg castle was the seat of a chief ("Häuptling"), the local ruler from a noble family. The main wing was erected in 1621. The southern side wing was added in 1677; in 1935 it was copied and the northern wing added. The facades show some 18th century baroque... 

 Kathrin_E Says:  The Mennonites originate in the Anabaptism movement of the 16th century. While the Anabaptists, especially the radical groups, were strictly persecuted in most parts of the Empire, a moderate group of Dutch refugees was allowed to stay in East Frisia and live their religion.... 

 Kathrin_E Says:  St Liudger was the oldest parish church of Leer, erected on an artificial hill to protect it from floods. It was torn down when the new Calvinist church was built in the late 18th century. All that is left is the gothic crypt. The crypt nowadays serves as war memorial. Some... 

 Kathrin_E Says:  In Calvinist Leer, the Lutheran minority was granted free execution of their religion in 1673. Two years later they started building their first church (inscription at the choir). The church was extended and alterated during the 18th century and again in 1883 to its present... 

 Kathrin_E Says:  Leer's inner harbour sees some smaller cargo ships and fishing boats but mostly sailing boats and yachts. The harbour basin extends into closest vicinity of the old town. The promenade starting at the bridge is worth a little walk.Despite its small-town flair, Leer is... 

 Kathrin_E Says:  The scale building has an important function in a trade harbour. It was erected in 1714 in closest vicinity to the harbour basin and is a characteristic example how Dutch architecture was received here. Nowadays the building contains a restaurant and cafe. The outdoor... 

 Kathrin_E Says:  Leer's 'old' town hall is a late 19th century building. It was erected in 1894 in neo-renaissance style. The huge tower on the corner dominates the town's silhouette. 

 Kathrin_E Says:  The streets of the old town with their pretty houses are worth a stroll. If you love shopping, explore the shops and art galleries. These are mostly small, locally owned businesses, there are hardly any chain stores. In other words, they don't offer 'the same stuff as... 

 Kathrin_E Says:  Haus Samson, an old merchants' house in Dutch renaissance style, is actually a well-sorted wine shop. The owners have collected all kinds of historical items from their town and have opened a little private museum on the two upper floors. It shows furniture and household...