Naarden


 

(population: 17,031 in 2004) is a city in the north-western Netherlands, in the province of North Holland. The municipality covers an area of 32.89 km² (of which 11.51 km² water).

Related Topics:
Netherlands - North Holland - Km²

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It received city rights in 1255. The city is fortified with walls and a moat. Both are complete and in a very good state, which is unusual.

Related Topics:
City rights - 1255 - Moat

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