Haaldersbroek

Haaldersbroek is a hamlet in Zaanstad, North Holland in the Netherlands. It is located in the southeast of Kalverpolder and next to Zaanse Schans. In 1989, it had a population of 128 people.

The hamlet was first mentioned in historical records in the late 14th century. It is named after a swamp, which is now located in a part of Kalverpolder. The oldest house in Haaldersbroek dates from 1661. It is a former fishing village.[1]

References
  1. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: The Netherlands: The Netherlands. DK Publishing. 1 August 2011. p. 175. ISBN 978-0-7566-8476-1.

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