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Goidschalxoord
Sign in to saveGoidschalxoord () is a hamlet in the Dutch province of South Holland. It is located about 5 km east of Oud-Beijerland, in the municipality of Hoeksche Waard.
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- Heinenoord
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- Zuid-Holland
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- Nederland
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Goidschalxoord () is a hamlet in the Dutch province of South Holland. It is located about 5 km east of Oud-Beijerland, in the municipality of Hoeksche Waard.
== History == A ferry from Goidschalxoord to Rhoon existed before 1537. In 1888, a bridge was built, and in 1941, the ferry was taken out of service. The bridge was demolished after the on the A29 opened. The current name was first attested in 1841, and refers to Goidschalck Oelm who was the ambachtsheer (predecessor of mayor).
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