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Papal house
Papal house
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Inundation lock at Wijk bij Duurstede
Inundation lock at Wijk bij Duurstede
In 1870, the Kromme Rijn was given a key role in the New Dutch Waterline. Back then, it took almost a month to flood the area around Utrecht. This had to be speeded up. To this end, the river was widened, its bends were straightened and locks and dams were built. Near Wijk bij Duurstede, a large inundation lock was built that made Wijk bij Duurstede the ‘tap’ with which to turn on the New Dutch Waterline. This reduced the time needed to flood the inundation areas to between 4 and 12 days. The inlet is still used daily to transport fresh water to the city of Utrecht and the river Vecht.
3961CH Wijk bij Duurstede -
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Werk aan de Waalse Wetering
Werk aan de Waalse Wetering
This defence work was built in 1875–1878 and comprises a bomb-proof outbuilding and a guardhouse.
In emergencies, it could harbour as many as 95 men.
The fort is freely accessible and boasts uninterrupted views of the island of Schalkwijk. The Verdronken Bos (drowned forest), where a wooden walkway takes you across the water, is a short walk away.
3999 NS Tull en 't Waal -
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Stayokay Utrecht Centrum
Stayokay Utrecht Centrum
3512 AD Utrecht -
Winkel van Sinkel
Winkel van Sinkel
Oudegracht 158
3511 AZ Utrecht -
Windmill Windhond
Windmill Windhond
3447 GR Woerden -
Asschatterkeerkade
Asschatterkeerkade
The Asschatterkade dates from 1745, and is one of the longest trenches of the Grebbelinie, with its length of 2500 metres. The trench from 1799 lies east of Leusden, at the edge of the flood plain. But there are also elements from more recent history which can be found.
The nine visible military bunkers, for example, were built during the mobilisation between 1939-1940. There is also a unique concrete tank barrier from this time. During the May Days of 1940, the Germans attempted in vain to break through the defences.
3831 JP Leusden -
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Werk aan het Spoel
Werk aan het Spoel
In 1815, a fan lock was built into the Lekdijk near Goilberdingen for inundation purposes. It was protected by an earthen battery. In 1848, the battery was upgraded to a fort. Later on, the inundation system was optimised, and four bomb-proof buildings were added to the fort. In peacetime, the road on top of the dyke ran right through the fort, but traffic was led around the fort in times of mobilisation. In 1939, seven concrete shelters and two machine gun casemates were added. An unusual feature is the high free-standing wall in a field to the south of the fort. This was the stop butt of a German firing range.
4106 LC Culemborg -
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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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Bike Boat Eemlijn
Bike Boat Eemlijn
Eemweg 72 (tussen fietsknooppunten 17 en 64)
3741 LC Baarn -
City park Griftpark
City park Griftpark
3572 KC Utrecht -
Zeisterbos
Zeisterbos
Prins Bernhardlaan 2
3708 BR Zeist -
Landgoed Zuylestein
Landgoed Zuylestein
3956 CH Leersum -
De Haar Castle
De Haar Castle
De Haar Castle is the biggest and most luxurious castle in The Netherlands. It is one of the top European historic houses. A visit to De Haar Castle will take you back to the glory days of the castle and will show you the breathtaking splendour that surrounded the international rich and famous in the early 20th century. You will be amazed at the very un-Dutch luxury in which the Van Zuylen family and their guests lived amidst a wealth of history and art.
Few castles in The Netherlands can equal De Haar for its ideal image of a medieval fortress with towers and ramparts, moats, gates and drawbridges. Like a real fairy-tale castle it rises majestically from parkland with impressive trees, old gardens and ponds. The castle is situated in the centre of The Netherlands, near Utrecht, and is easy to reach by car. There is ample parking space.
De Haar Castle ranks among the top twenty most visited Dutch museums. It is a historic monument alive with year-round activities such as guided tours (for adults and for children), exhibitions, theatre and events. De Haar Castle is a private foundation and depends entirely on its revenues from ticket sales, activities and events.
3455 RR Haarzuilens -
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Fort Kijkuit
Fort Kijkuit
Gabriëlweg 6
1241 ND Kortenhoef -
Fort on the Ossenmarkt
Fort on the Ossenmarkt
Ossenmarkt 44
1381 LX Weesp -
Breukelen
Breukelen
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B&B Kasteel Sterkenburg
B&B Kasteel Sterkenburg
3972 ND Driebergen-Rijsenburg -
TOP Park Vliegbasis Soesterberg
TOP Park Vliegbasis Soesterberg
3768 MX Soest -
Recreatieboerderij De Kleine Weide
Recreatieboerderij De Kleine Weide
3927 CV Renswoude -
Fort Rijnauwen
Fort Rijnauwen
3981 HS Bunnik -
Fort bij Vechten - Waterline Museum
Fort bij Vechten - Waterline Museum
Achterdijk 2
Bunnik -
Fort Hinderdam
Fort Hinderdam
Hinderdam 7
1394 JB Nederhorst den Berg -
De Paltz Estate
De Paltz Estate
3768 MZ Soest
