De Waard
De Waard lies on the east side of Leiden, a short distance from the historic city centre. With the Oude Rijn and Nieuwe Rijn nearby and a combination of water, greenery and urban amenities, it's a surprisingly varied part of Leiden.
History and renewal
The history of De Waard is still visible throughout the neighbourhood. Where business and industry long played an important role, more and more space has been made for housing. Characteristic buildings alternate with apartments and new builds. More and more young families are also discovering De Waard, helping the neighbourhood develop further into a lively and varied place to live.
Surrounded by Leiden's waterways
Water is never far away in De Waard. With the Oude Rijn to the north and the Nieuwe Rijn towards the south, much of the neighbourhood is surrounded by Leiden's characteristic waterways. This setting adds to the special character of De Waard, while the historic centre is just a short bike ride away.
Room for greenery and relaxation
Despite its urban location, there are several places in and around De Waard to enjoy the outdoors. Park Zeeheldenbuurt offers room to walk, play and relax, making it a lovely green spot in the area. For young families, who are increasingly discovering De Waard, the greenery and play areas nearby are a welcome addition to city living.
Central and convenient
Everyday amenities such as shops, schools and sports facilities are close at hand. It's also easy to get around: Leiden's city centre and Central Station are a short bike ride away. By car, the A4 and N11 are easily reached via the surrounding roads.
Your estate agent for De Waard
Yme Koevoet is our specialist estate agent for De Waard. Yme: "De Waard is one of those neighbourhoods that often surprises people. You're in the city centre within a few minutes, yet you live in a spacious and peaceful setting. It's exactly that combination that makes the neighbourhood so appealing to a wide range of home seekers."
Meet Yme Koevoet, neighbourhood estate agent for De Waard.
Contact
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