Pure Architecture Route - Welcome to Manhattan Water Adventure Trail
This section of the Pure Architecture Route features more modern architecture in and around the centre of Leeuwarden. On Tesselschadestraat, also known as Leeuwarden’s miniature Manhattan, we get to see the Functionalist-style buildings designed by Dutch architect Abe Bonnema. Recent acquisitions spotlighted along the trail include the OBE Language Awareness Centre, the Elfstedenhal ice skating rink and the mist fountain created by Spanish artist Jaume Plensa. And at Prinsentuin park in Leeuwarden, a beautiful place to stop for a while, we take a brief but fascinating dive into history.
Locations on this route
11Fountains Leeuwarden
Love’ consists of two 7 meter high, white sculptures of a boy and a girl. They seem to be looking at each other, but their eyes are closed.
Elfstedenhal
The Elfstedenhal (Eleven Cities Hall) is the ice rink of Leeuwarden. The hall has a 400-meter track, a 30x60 centre field and an ice hockey rink.
De Koperen Tuin
On the edge of the city centre, within Leeuwarden’s historic canals, lies the beautiful Prinsentuin city park. Meet in the green heart of Leeuwarden and join us for a delicious lunch or dinner!
Neushoorn
Neushoorn is a magical place in the heart of Leeuwarden. It’s not only a vibrant hub for music, dance and film, but also a place where talent can grow and develop.
11Fountains Leeuwarden
Love’ consists of two 7 meter high, white sculptures of a boy and a girl. They seem to be looking at each other, but their eyes are closed.