Its Dutch tourist promotion slogan, "Torenstad", means "Tower-city", which refers to the large number of towers. The largest is the Walburgkerk (officially it's called "St. Walburgiskerk", but the locals say "Walburgkerk"), located at the square where the city originated. Guided tours are available, organized by the located directly opposite the railway station. These tours will also allow you to visit the medieval library "Librije" - books have been kept here secure since the 1600s by chaining them to the desks.
The St. Walburgiskerk (Saint Walburgis church), locally known as 'Walburgkerk', is one of the biggest churches in the country. It is located at the 's-Gravenhof square, where the city was founded.
The old city hall, next to the Walburgkerk, is a beautiful classical building.
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