What an atmospheric view of Zutphen! From Proosdijsteeg, a picturesque streetscape unfolds where history and charm come together. The narrow alley naturally leads you towards the heart of the city, with cobblestones under your feet and monumental facades on either side. Tall windows with old shutters adorn the right, while a mix of brick and plaster seems to whisper stories from days gone by on the left.
At the end of the alley, you see the contours of old buildings and the tower of Walburgiskerk church, as a promise of all that Zutphen has to offer. The soft light emphasises the warm colours of the buildings, and even the shadows seem to join in the scenery.
You can almost feel the silence in the street, broken only by a distant bicycle bell or footstep. You don't just walk here - you walk through centuries of history. This photo captures exactly what makes Zutphen so special: intimacy, tranquillity, character and a touch of mysticism.
Yes, this cityscape deserves to be framed 🙂
                                
 
                                
                                        Let me introduce myself: my name is Henk van Blijderveen and I live in the photogenic city of Zutphen.
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Tram in the Dutch Open Air MuseumHenk van Blijderveen Visitors Paleis Het Loo get off busHenk van Blijderveen
Visitors Paleis Het Loo get off busHenk van Blijderveen Barrier and guardhouse at Paleis Het Loo entranceHenk van Blijderveen
Barrier and guardhouse at Paleis Het Loo entranceHenk van Blijderveen Winch and guardhouse at Bronkhorster ferry along the river IJsselHenk van Blijderveen
Winch and guardhouse at Bronkhorster ferry along the river IJsselHenk van Blijderveen The Bronkhorster ferry on the river IJssel between Bronkhorst and BrummenHenk van Blijderveen
The Bronkhorster ferry on the river IJssel between Bronkhorst and BrummenHenk van Blijderveen View of Zutphen and the river IJsselHenk van Blijderveen
View of Zutphen and the river IJsselHenk van Blijderveen The Drogenapstoren in Zutphen under a threatening sky is beautifully highlighted!Henk van Blijderveen
The Drogenapstoren in Zutphen under a threatening sky is beautifully highlighted!Henk van Blijderveen Welcome to the Oude Bornhof, a hidden courtyard full of history in Zutphen!Henk van Blijderveen
Welcome to the Oude Bornhof, a hidden courtyard full of history in Zutphen!Henk van Blijderveen Step into a berkelzomp at the Berkelruïne in Zutphen!Henk van Blijderveen
Step into a berkelzomp at the Berkelruïne in Zutphen!Henk van Blijderveen Walburgiskerk steals the show in Zutphen!Henk van Blijderveen
Walburgiskerk steals the show in Zutphen!Henk van Blijderveen Zutphen's old and new town hallsHenk van Blijderveen
Zutphen's old and new town hallsHenk van Blijderveen New IJssel bridge near Zutphen on a cold winter morningHenk van Blijderveen
New IJssel bridge near Zutphen on a cold winter morningHenk van Blijderveen Radio station Radio Kootwijk on the VeluweHenk van Blijderveen
Radio station Radio Kootwijk on the VeluweHenk van Blijderveen Bergkerk Deventer seen through steel of IJssel bridgeHenk van Blijderveen
Bergkerk Deventer seen through steel of IJssel bridgeHenk van Blijderveen The Houtmarkt in Zutphen with empty terracesHenk van Blijderveen
The Houtmarkt in Zutphen with empty terracesHenk van Blijderveen An inviting bench at Zutphen's Old IJssel BridgeHenk van Blijderveen
An inviting bench at Zutphen's Old IJssel BridgeHenk van Blijderveen Magnificent views of Deventer and the river IJsselHenk van Blijderveen
Magnificent views of Deventer and the river IJsselHenk van Blijderveen View of Walburgiskerk from Proosdijsteeg in ZutphenHenk van Blijderveen
View of Walburgiskerk from Proosdijsteeg in ZutphenHenk van Blijderveen Reuversweerd Castle with pond and beautiful cloudsHenk van Blijderveen
Reuversweerd Castle with pond and beautiful cloudsHenk van Blijderveen View of Cortenoeverse bridge on ZutphenHenk van Blijderveen
View of Cortenoeverse bridge on ZutphenHenk van Blijderveen