750 years of Beesel

750 years of Beesel: Dragon Slaying

Written in: Dutch • Randy Koo • November 7 2025

Not only Amsterdam and Schiedam are celebrating their 750th anniversary, but also the Limburg municipality of Beesel. Beesel is known for the tradition of 'Dragon Stabbing'. What do you know about the history of Beesel and 'Dragon Stabbing'? Do you know where Beesel is located in...

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