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DOMunder
DOMunder
DOMunder uncovers the rich history of one of Utrecht's most significant locations: Domplein. Guided by an expert and equipped with your own smart flashlight, you will explore the place where the city of Utrecht was born. Go underground and discover archaeological remains and exciting stories.
3512 JC Utrecht -
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The old St. Nicholas Church
The old St. Nicholas Church
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Teahouse Mon-Chouette
Teahouse Mon-Chouette
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Fort Everdingen aan de Lek
Fort Everdingen aan de Lek
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Castle Groeneveld
Castle Groeneveld
Groeneveld 2
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Fort Everdingen
Fort Everdingen
Anyone who delves into the history of the Vijfheerenlanden will soon discover that the now very quiet and peaceful area has a history filled with clashing weapons. Destroyed towns and castles, plundering and domestic (and foreign) wars: every town and village has its own story to tell. Everdingen was put on the Dutch military map in the 19th Century as part of the New Dutch Water Line.
The New Dutch Water Line ran from the former Zuiderzee near Muiden to the Biesbosch near Werkendam and consisted of a variety of defences and inundation fields (areas that could be placed underwater). Fort Everdingen was built between 1842 and 1847 and, together with Fort Honswijk, formed the Lek access on the other side of the Lek. The surrounding land could be flooded using inundation locks. The fort itself was walled and well defended by a variety of casemates. The new Dutch Water Line was prepared 3 times. At the end of World War II, German forces used the line as a defence against the advancing Allies. Fort Everdingen lost its defensive function after the war. The military Explosive Ordinance Disposal service used the fort until 2014. It’s now home to the German & Lauret brewery, which uses the special water filtering system in their brewery. It’s also an over-wintering place for many bats.
Further reading: Batestein Castle, Hagestein Castle, Vianen Castle, Brederode statue, Everdingen village centre, Vianen water tower.
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Climb the Tower
Climb the Tower
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TOP Museum Spakenburg
TOP Museum Spakenburg
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Dagwinkel Aloys Hageman
Dagwinkel Aloys Hageman
Voorstraat 15
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TOP Maarsseveense Plassen
TOP Maarsseveense Plassen
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Stayokay Utrecht Centrum
Stayokay Utrecht Centrum
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Spakenburg Harbour Museum
Spakenburg Harbour Museum
The Old Harbour, also known as the Harbour Museum, dates back to the 13th century. This harbour was built for the ships operated by the Zuiderzee fishermen.
Tap into the history of the fishing village of Spakenburg. Pay a visit to the museum harbour, where culture and traditions come together. Here you’ll find the oldest shipyard in the Netherlands where shipwrights are still hard at work every day, maintaining the world’s biggest fleet of ‘botters’, a special type of wooden, flat-bottomed fishing boat.
In the port of Spakenburg, you'll experience both culture and tradition. The jewel of Spakenburg's port – a museum in its own right – is the oldest shipyard in the Netherlands. From the port, you can see the shipbuilders at work. One-third of the entire Dutch fleet is moored at Spakenburg and you are welcome to come aboard!.
You can enjoy a one-hour sailing trip on a botter while listening to stories from the past, as the skipper lets you relax on the water
3752 AH Bunschoten-Spakenburg -
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Fort Nigtevecht
Fort Nigtevecht
Velterslaan 1
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TOP De Generaal
TOP De Generaal
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Windmill Windhond
Windmill Windhond
3447 GR Woerden -
Utrecht Tourist Information 'Winkel van Utrecht'
Utrecht Tourist Information 'Winkel van Utrecht'
Located at the foot of the Dom Tower you will find the Utrecht Tourist Information Centre (VVV Utrecht). Make the most of your time in Utrecht by planning your trip with help from experts! Whether you’re searching for the best accommodation, exciting excursions in Utrecht or the region, the dedicated staff of VVV Utrecht can help you with a wonderful stay. They can also help you to book tickets, toursand information about public transport in and around Utrecht.
The Tourist Information Office is also the ultimate souvenir shop in Utrecht, with Holland souvenirs, typical Utrecht products and the largest selection of Miffy gifts in a special Miffy house available!
Go to the VVV Utrecht Information Centre for:
- Tourist information
- Dom Tower climbs
- Souvenirs
- Hotel bookings
- Gift vouchers
- Bicycle hire
- Walks and bicycle tours
- Guided tours
The information centre has free wireless Internet.
Public holidays:
Regular opening hours apply during public holidays, with the exception of Kings Day (27 April) during which the information centre will be closed.
Domplein 9
3512JC Utrecht -
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Hoeve Ravenstein
Hoeve Ravenstein
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Fort Blauwkapel
Fort Blauwkapel
3566 MK Utrecht -
Muiden
Muiden
The best way to experience the convivial fortified city of Muiden is to take a stroll by the harbour with its many traditional sailing boats or to settle down at an outdoor café with a view of the Groote Zeesluis. Alternatively, you can explore the fort island of Pampus or visit the centuries-old Amsterdam Castle Muiderslot. Along with Naarden and Weesp, the fortified city of Muiden played an important role. Muiden closed off the Zeedijk dyke and protected the sea and inundation locks of the Vecht. Fort C, also popularly known as ‘the Muizenfort’, has a small museum about the New Dutch Waterline and the Defence Line of Amsterdam.
Herengracht
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TOP 't Hooge Erf
TOP 't Hooge Erf
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Highland West Coelhorst
Highland West Coelhorst
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Fortresses of the four Lunetten
Fortresses of the four Lunetten
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Tourist Information Point Leerdam
Tourist Information Point Leerdam
Leerdam, who has not heard about this beautiful city? Since 1765 the Glasscapital of the Netherlands and the whole world eats our Leerdammer Cheese. If you're looking for culture, good food, sailing, shopping, walking or cycling? The city center of Leerdam has it all!
Are you looking for information about Leerdam, tips and ideas, bicycle or walking routes? Come visit us in the Tourist Information Office in Leerdam. We are happy to help you find your way around Leerdam.
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Fort Werk aan de Groeneweg
Fort Werk aan de Groeneweg
Walking through the historic trenches of Werk aan de Groeneweg is like a walk back in time. The defence structure still has its original configuration. The infantry set-up in World War One consisted of a double trench with earthen walls, 55 group shelters and lovely fruit trees.
The grounds are a fantastic playground for children. You can have a great time here roaming around, crawling through a trench, playing hide and seek and participating in an exciting search and experience walk of about 2 km, with soldier Vendrik as your guide.
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