Hoogheemraadschap van Schieland en de Krimpenerwaard

Address

Maasboulevard 123
Rotterdam
South Holland
3063 GK
Netherlands

Phone

+31 (0)10 45 37 200

History

The Hoogheemraadschap of the Krimpenerwaard is about a century and a half younger than the Hoogheemraadschap of Schieland. It was established in 1430 after the Sint-Elisabethflood of 1421, when the need for care of the river dykes was recognised.

Conditions of Access

You can consult the archives and collections in the study room. This is only possible by appointment.

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