Muiden is located on the IJsselmeer, at the mouth of the Vecht. Muiden has played an important role as a fortress in Dutch history because of its strategic location. Today you can find an extensive fleet and a wealth of historical monuments in Muiden.
The medieval Castle Muiden (Muiderslot). Muiderslot was commissioned by Count Floris and completed in 1285. Castle located at the mouth of the Vecht river.
The Amsterdam Defence Line was constructed between 1880 and 1920. This was also a special defensive structure of forts, batteries, dikes, and sluices. The military could block access to the capital by flooding the surrounding areas. Mouse Fort (Muizenfort).
Great Sea Lock (Groote Zeesluis) is a national monumental lock complex dating from 1673 in the center of the fortified town of Muiden.
Numerous ships in the harbor on the river Vecht near the famous Muiderslot castle in the Dutch village Muiden.
The picturesque River Vecht promenade with traditional houses along the river.
Street scene in Muiden, a medieval town with a rich history: tiny streets, old buildings.
