Hoofdtoren and masts of sailing ships

The small town Hoorn [municipality Drechterland].At the port is the former defense tower, Main Tower, one of the last defenses in Hoorn. This historical, medieval, building is a landmark, cultural heritage site, national monument and tourist attraction. The bell tower dates from the middle of the seventeenth century. Belfry with chimes and bells. In the curve is the city coat of arms, weapon city [mythological animal unicorn with arms, shield with a horn]. Today there is established a grill bar and a restaurant in this tower. On the waterfront are the masts of sailing ships.