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Religious heritage in Rottum

2 hours (8 km)

Discover the rich history of rampart village Rottum. Walk past the remains of an ancient monastery, visit the church with its mystical foundations, and admire 't Hoeske van Thais Joaptje. In Helwerd, the story of a miracle awaits, put on your walking shoes and head out.

The mound village of Rottum was the site of a Benedictine monastery for centuries. A little further on the wierde Helwerd, moreover, a great miracle is said to have taken place. Both were long ago, but their traces are still visible. In Helwerd, missionary Liudger met the blind singer Bernlef. After a laying on of hands, the latter was able to see again. Rottum's church was built on the foundations of the monastery church. At the edge of the churchyard stands perhaps the smallest house in Groningen; 't Hoeske van Thais Joaptje.

How to get there
The walk starts and ends at Usquert station, making it easily accessible. On weekdays and Saturdays, a train arrives every half hour from the city of Groningen as well as from Roodeschool. On Sundays it is every hour. For the current times, it is best to check 9292.nl.