Goes Attractions

The town of Goes, once the residence of Jacobaea of Bavaria, Countess of Holland (1401-36), is now the economic center of the former island of Zuid-Beveland. In earlier times the town's trade was mainly in salt and fish; nowadays horticultural produce is increasingly predominant.

Grote Kerke or Maria Magdalenakerk

The Grote Kerke or Maria Magdalenakerk, a cruciform basilica without a tower in Brabantine Late Gothic style, was built in the mid 15th century, destroyed by fire in 1618 and rebuilt in 1621. It has a fine organ of 1641-43 with a beautifully painted organ case.

Typical Visit

30 minutes

Old Houses

There are a number of old houses in Goes in the Markt and Turfkade, including the Gothic House, one of the finest houses in Zeeland.

Town Hall

The 15th century Gothic Town Hall (Raadhuis) of Goes was remodeled in Roccoco style in 1775. It has a fine Roccoco council chamber with a stucco ceiling and paneled walls.

Weigh House

Immediately adjoining the Goes Town Hall are the Weigh-House (Waag) and Meat Hall (Vleeshal).