Grenspaal Monument

The most remarkable, uglyiest and and eye catching monument is located at the Jodenbreestraat.

Its official name is "Grenspaal" and it was made by Hans ’t Mannetje in 1986.

The monument is also known as the "Zuildragende schildpad" (Pillar carrying turtle) or the Monument of Jacob Israël de Haan.

It is located on the spot where a planned highway ends. The plans for the highway changed after much debate.

Sept 2016, Photo 200