Poederoijen
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History
It was first mentioned in 850 as in uilla. The etymology is unclear.[2] The village developed along the Afgedamde Maas. The tower of the Dutch Reformed Church dates from the 15th century. The church itself was rebuilt in 1897 after a fire.[3] In 1840, Poederoijen was home to 425 people.[4] In 1861, the village was flooded,[3] and 1897, a large part of Poederoijen was lost in a fire.[4]
Castles
Loevestein Castle is located to the north-west of the village, and was built in 1365. It was enlarged many times, and in the 17th century became part of the Dutch Water Line, a defensive line of inundation to protect Holland. The castle was decommissioned as a fortress in 1951, and extensively restored.[3]
Gallery
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Protestant Church of Poederoijen
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View on Poederoijen
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Industry along the river
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Willows near Loevestein Castle
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Notable people
- Gian van Veen (born 2002) Dutch darts player
References
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