Our next destination was ‘s-Hertogenbosh or den Bosch, another medieval fortified city. The town derives its name from the description des hertogen bos the duke’s forest, the Duke being Hendrik the First of Brabant.

den Bosch is a very pretty city. It has many canals criss crossing the town. Lovely narrow cobblestoned streets to wander along and follow the route of a canal. There are hundreds of cafes, restaurants and bars spilling out onto the sidewalks.

Sint Janskathedral is stunning and is rated as one of the best in the Netherlands, lovely Gothic stained glass windows, a magnificent organ and a statue of the Madonna.

The large market square, triangular in shape is surrounded by many beautiful old buildings and there is also a very good museum.