Sassenheim

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Sassenheim

Name

Sassenheim

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Sassenheim is a town in the province of South Holland, Netherlands, historically a municipality until 2006 when it became part of Teylingen. Its name originates from the Saxon settlers and Old Frankish word for 'home'. The ruins of Castle Teylingen, once a stronghold and residence of Countess Jacoba of Bavaria, are a notable attraction.

Statistics

Area

6.62 km²

Population

15,755

Location