haarlemsdagbladFeb 21, 2026, 17:10

Plans for Oud-Haerlem too grand and expensive; project split into phases starting with observation tower. 'Otherwise we’ll still be looking at each other in 20 years'

Plans to showcase the buried ruins of Oud-Haerlem castle in Heemskerk are being divided into smaller phases after the original project was deemed too large and expensive. The first stage will involve constructing a lookout tower to make the historical site visible to the public, as full excavation is not an option. This incremental approach aims to ensure progress on the site, which is considered one of the most complete castle remains ever discovered.

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Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Focus on late ADHD diagnosis in women during lecture in Haarlem

Psychologie Magazine and the Museum van de Geest will host a lecture on late ADHD diagnoses in women on November 26 in Haarlem. Psychiatrist and researcher Dr. Dora Wynchank will share her expertise on the subject during the evening event.

Candlelight evenings at two cemeteries in Haarlem

The municipality of Haarlem is hosting two candlelit memorial evenings at Akendam and Kleverlaan cemeteries on October 26 and 28. These events allow visitors to commemorate their loved ones through music, shared memories, and the reading of names.

Remembering loved ones on the evening of lights

Haarlem is organizing two evening memorial events at Akendam and Kleverlaan cemeteries this October to honor deceased loved ones. Attendees can experience a peaceful atmosphere with music and light, and are welcome to submit names of the departed to be read aloud during the gatherings.

Do you love having drinks and sharing small Spanish dishes? 5 Spanish bars in the center of Haarlem

This article highlights five popular Spanish bars in central Haarlem that offer a variety of tapas, pintxos, and authentic Mediterranean dishes. From waterfront dining at Restaurant Boca to the award-winning paella at Besos Restobar, these venues provide residents and visitors with a taste of Spain.

Solve the Haarlem Murdoku with a Halloween twist: who committed murder in the church?

To celebrate Halloween, a fictional murder mystery puzzle called a Murdoku has been set in the St. Bavo Church in Haarlem. Players must use logical clues to place various horror film characters on a grid to identify that Pennywise is the culprit behind the death of Marion Crane.