Grote Wetering
The Grote Wetering was constructed in the 13th century by monks from Vinkel. Back then, this canal was still called Monniksgraeve.
The Grote Wetering was constructed in the 13th century by monks from Vinkel. Back then, this canal was still called Monniksgraeve. The monks belonged to the Order of the Wilhelmites, which had ties to the Baseldonk monastery in Den Bosch. The Wilhelmites were especially known for their land reclamation and diking of land.
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