As the only remaining city gate of Hoorn, the ‘Oosterpoort’ is a real piece of history to behold. The gate was first built in 1578, and about 30 years later, the gate was expanded and a little house was built upon it. The gate is located next to the ‘Draafsingel’, a canal which was dug for defense purposes to protect the city center. Today, the gate blends in perfectly with everyday life and many locals use it on a daily basis to enter or leave the city center.