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The Eusebius church

This church was built between 1452 and 1560. The former protestant Eusebiuschurch is a gothic triangular cross basilica with star vaultings. The tower of this church was totally destroyed during the Second World War, and the reconstruction changed its appearance radically. The octagonal spire ends up as a square. The tower is now approximately 96 meters tall with a five large and small carillon chimes. The modern glass enclosed panorama elevator makes the tower accessible for everyone.

The Koepelchurch

For seven centuries this location has housed a church. In the 13th century the knights of Sint Jan constructed a small temple, at that time a Roman Catholic Church. The church had the name of John the Baptist, Sint Jan church. During the French occupation the condition of the church was so bad that it was demolished in 1817, and the Protestant community was allowed to build a new church on the same location, the Koepelchurch. From the outside the building appears octagonal, but the interior is actually round. The roof is supported by eight huge pillars. Construction was begun in 1837, at a cost of NLG 150000,-

The Sint Peters Guesthouse

The Sint Peters Guesthouse is one of the oldest buildings of Arnhem. The house dates from 1401 and was originally named "die Munte" (the coin) or "de Altmeynte", because a coin master had lived there. For almost six centuries this building has had many occupants, but today houses the men's wear retailer "The Globe".

The Sint Peters Guesthouse received its current renovations in 1380, and the building has a history of both ecclesiastical and medical functions. In 1527 the building was owned by Duke Karel van Gelre, and was used to store wine.

Around 1800 plans to renovate this building into barracks, a Roman Catholic church or a meeting hall were unsuccessful. In 1849 it was restored by the owner of the wine store. At the end of the 19th century the premises housed an antique trader, who renovated the hall into a gallery and placed a large mirror in the medieval gable. In 1932 the building was sold by auction to the 'Stichting Drie Gasthuizen' ( Three Guesthouses Foundation ), the current owners.

During the Second World War the Guesthouse fortunately was undamaged. After the last renovation the facade was rebuilt to its original state, though the great mirror has been removed.

The Duivelshuis (Devils house)

The Duivelshuis was built in 1545 by Maarten van Rossum, the army chief-commander of Duke Karel van Gelre who's statue graces the roof. The name of this house derives from the satyrs which are shown under the bay. The façade dates from the "Dutch renaissance" and is part of today's city hall, housing the mayor's office.

The Korenmarkt (Corn market)

The nightlife of Arnhem in the sixties gave this place an impulse which resulted in the image the city was looking for; moving from an 'old mansion city' into a more dynamic place. The warehouses surrounding the square still retain the memories of the grain trade which took place until 1914.

The Sabelspoort (Sabresgate)

Arnhem has had four gates, all demolished except for the Sabelspoort. Originally the gate was part of a small citadel, featuring a front gate with drawbridge, battlement towers, high walls with loopholes and enough space for a small army. The gate also has served as a prison. In 1495 Karel van Egmond imprisoned numerous civilians in the tower with no regard to their guilt or innocence; on his death the prisoners claimed compensation.

Other City gates were located on what is now Velperpoort, the Rijnpoort and the Sint Janspoort.

The Post office

This neo-gothic building was built in 1889. Because of its red rocks and the many ornaments which are placed in the gable, it is a popular attraction. The nickname of this building, "Apenrots" (monkey rock) refers to the terra-cotta monkeys which are incorporated in the many ornaments of the gable.

Presickhaeffs Huys

The T-shaped Presickhaeffs House dates from the 14th century and has 15th and 16th-century stepped gables. The building has always held historical importance, housing the offices of the mayor, bailiff, judge and even the president of the Court of Gelderland. The house is accessible by two streets, one to the east and one to the west. Since 1827 the building has housed many catering industries and wine trades. More recently it has been owned by several organizations, including Van Ranzow's Bank, Twentsche Bank among others.

The Bakkerstraat (Baker street)

The Bakkerstraat is a "shopping street", and has always been the distinguished street of Arnhem. Today you still can find this on the gables of the many buildings housing exclusive boutiques, jeweler's and antique shops.

John Frost bridge

On Sunday, 17 September 1944 the 2nd British Army had a mission to take over the bridge at Arnhem and hold it for 48 hours. A battalion under command of Lieutenant-Colonel John Frost was the only one that made it to the bridge; other battalions were kept at a distance or walked into enemy fire. Many German attempts to retake the bridge failed and the allies suffered heavy losses. Arnhem was "a bridge too far", and Christmas 1944 turned out in bloody fighting instead of the peaceful celebration at home.

The City wall

This is the monument that symbolizes the former city wall, located at the Janslangstraat in front of the Janspoort. The previous course of the city wall is represented here.



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