Ancient City Gate The Gistpoort In Middelburg Editorial Image

Netherlands, Zeeland province, former island Walcheren, city Middelburg: in the conservation area in the street Sint Pieterstraat, is situated the Gistpoort, Gate or blue gate that was once part of the Abbey of Our Lady, a former Norbertine monastery. The gateway is the transit route between Abbey square and the street Dam. The front facade, main facade is of blue natural stone and built in late Gothic style. Above the arch gate are three images, in the middle William the second, Count of Holland and Zeeland. This old gatehouse of the sixteenth century, is a famous landmark, cultural heritage site, national monument and tourist attraction. View through into the historic center, downtown, inner-city. An elderly man ride his bike through the gate.