Sneek
Sign in to saveupright=1.35|thumb|Topographic map of Sneek, as of June 2014 thumb|alt=Sneek from the air (2022)|Sneek from the air (2022) thumb|right|Sneek on a map by Willem Blaeu|Willem and [[Joan Blaeu in 1652]] thumb|Waterpoort (2017) thumb|right|Kleinzand Canal in Sneek (2006) thumb|right|Tonnemafabriek (confectionery factory) (2008) thumb|right|Sneek railway station (2007) thumb|right|Houkesloot Aqueduct (2007)
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Sneek is a town in the Netherlands known for its waterways and historical architecture, as evidenced by its canals, railway station, and notable structures like the Waterpoort gate. The town has been an established settlement for centuries, documented on historical maps dating back to the 17th century.
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Place details
- Locality
- Sneek
- Region
- Fryslân
- Country
- Nederland
- Population
- 32,811
- Timezone
Article
23 sectionsContents
- History
- History
- Sister city Kurobe
- Language
- Trade and industry
- Places of interest
- Transport
- Art and Culture
- Museums
- Podia
- Cultural Quarter
- Silver Ball
- Events
- Education
- Sport
- Sports centres
- Sport Clubs
- Sportevents
- Notable people
- Living
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