After the Reformation, everyone was expected to become Protestant. The Catholic faith could not be practiced publicly. But what was the situation for Catholics in the Reformed Republic? For example, are there still any former clandestine churches in Gouda? On this walk, we’ll pass by places where Catholics kept their faith alive in the 17th and 18th centuries despite persecution. This culture of remembrance is reflected in places, stories, and (images of) objects and paintings intended to give Catholic believers courage. We’ll also visit the Old Catholic Church of Gouda.
This introductory walking tour is offered exclusively in Dutch.
Participants:
Maximum of 20 people per guide. If there are more people, we will assign an additional guide.
Booking:
You can book through our websiteuntil the start of the walk. You will then automatically see if and how many spots are still available.
On the day of the tour, you can also book and pay at the VVV only if online booking and payment are not possible. This applies, for example, to international participants.
Payment:
The rate in 2026 (unless otherwise stated) is €5 per person. Children under 12 are free. You must pay immediately via iDeal when booking.
Start:
2:00 PM at the Waag on the Markt.
Duration:
The walk takes approximately 1.5 hours.
Information
End: 15:30p.m.
