Monuments

Built heritage contributes to the quality of the living environment. The living environment becomes more pleasant when built heritage is well maintained. But it also attracts new businesses and tourism.

Story of Opsterland

Buildings that are part of built heritage tell the story of Opsterland's history. People often believe that these buildings should be preserved and protected. This is already happening on a national level; built objects that are protected nationally are called national monuments. The municipality can also protect objects. These are municipal monuments.

History of Opsterland

The history of Opsterland is reflected in the variety of buildings. From stately homes and mansions in Beetsterzwaag, residential-shopping properties in Gorredijk to workers' houses in Nij Beets. In their own way, they tell the story of Opsterland.

When monuments are mentioned, buildings are often thought of. However, monuments can also be, for example, archaeological sites, trees, gravestones, squares or bridges.

Opsterland currently has 106 national monuments. 

The list of national monuments in the municipality of Opsterland can be found on the following website:
national monuments register | Rijksdienst voor het Cultureel Erfgoed