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House with the Bullet (Huis met de Kogel)

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The House with the Bullet, or “Huis met de Kogel,” is one of Alkmaar’s most intriguing historical buildings. Dating back to the late 16th century, this wooden house still bears the marks of the Spanish siege of Alkmaar in 1573, during the Eighty Years’ War. A cannonball lodged in its façade serves as a reminder of the city’s heroic resistance, making it a unique stop for anyone exploring Alkmaar’s old streets and heritage.

What to See & Do

  • 👀 Observe the original cannonball 💣 still embedded 🧱 in the building’s wooden façade 🏰✨
  • 🧠 Learn about Alkmaar’s role 🇳🇱 in the Eighty Years’ War 📜 and the city’s resistance 💪 to Spanish forces 🇪🇸💡
  • 🏘️ Explore nearby historic streets 🚶‍♀️ with preserved 16th- and 17th-century architecture 🖼️✅
  • 📸 Take photos 🖼️ of the unique wooden house 🏠 and narrow old-town alleyway 📍👍
  • ⛪ Visit nearby attractions 🗺️ like Langestraat 🛍️ and the Grote Kerk 🏰✅

How to Get There

  • 🚶‍♀️ By Foot ⏱️: 5-minute walk from Waagplein 📍 or Langestraat 🛍️💨✅
  • 🚂 By Train 🚶: 10–15 minutes’ walk ⏱️ from Alkmaar Station ✅👍
  • 🚗 By Car 🅿️: Park in the city center 🏘️ and walk through the old streets 🚶‍♂️✅
  • 🚲 By Bike 🗺️: Easily accessible via cycle paths from all parts of Alkmaar’s old town 👍✅

Travel Tips

  • 💡 Ideal for history lovers 📜 and photographers 📸🖼️
  • 🤝 Combine your visit 🗺️ with a historical walking tour of Alkmaar 🚶‍♀️🧠
  • 📚 Read about the Siege of Alkmaar 🏰 before your visit for better context 📜✅
  • 🙏 Respect private property 🚫 as the building is not open ❌ to the public 🏠⚠️

Suggested Itinerary

  • 10:00 AM – Walk 🚶‍♀️ through Langestraat 🛍️ and head ➡️ to Appelsteeg 📍💨
  • 10:15 AM – See the cannonball 💣 in the House with the Bullet 🏰👀✨
  • 10:30 AM – Continue walking 🚶‍♂️ through Alkmaar’s old alleys 🏘️✅
  • 11:00 AM – Visit the nearby Grote Kerk ⛪ or Stedelijk Museum 🖼️👋

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Exterior View Only: Open access from the street

Entry Fee:

Free

Best Time to Visit:

During daylight hours for clear views and photos of the façade.

Location

📌 House with the Bullet, Appelsteeg 2, 1811 NA Alkmaar, Netherlands

👉 View on Google Maps

Located in the historic center of Alkmaar, just off the Langestraat and a short walk from Waagplein.

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