In the footsteps of the Leiden industrial revolution

3 hour

A brief guide presents twenty special historic buildings showcasing industry and technology in Leiden. Right up until the 1960s, Leiden was an industrial city with throbbing engines and smoking chimneys. But economic developments brought change, and one by one the factories shut down. There was a spate of demolitions. However, not all the traces were wiped out and Leiden still has many buildings – now converted into offices and apartments – whose façades and chimneys are a testament to their industrial origins. This booklet guides you past the industrial heritage of Leiden, where countless inhabitants of the city spent long hours working to earn a living.

The City of Industry booklet is available from the VVV Leiden Tourist Information Office and costs €4.90.

Sights on this route

1

VVV Leiden

Stationsweg 26
2312 AV LEIDEN
VVV Leiden
2

Erfgoed Leiden en Omstreken

Erfgoed Leiden en Omstreken
Boisotkade 2 a
2311 PZ LEIDEN
Erfgoed Leiden en Omstreken
3

Kamerlingh Onnes Building

Steenschuur 25
2311 ES Leiden
Kamerlingh Onnes Building
4

Beestenmarkt

Beestenmarkt
2312 cc LEIDEN
Beestenmarkt
5

Apothekersdijk 37

Apothekersdijk 37
2312 DD LEIDEN
Apothekersdijk 37