Amersfoort

🎭 Activities

• Onze Lieve Vrouwetoren – All Year: Climb the “Lange Jan” for a spectacular view over Amersfoort and the surrounding region. 

• DierenPark Amersfoort – All Year: Discover animals from around the world in this family-friendly zoo set in a wooded area. 

• Amersfoort Jazz Festival – May: An international jazz festival with performances at various locations in the historic city center. 

• Koppelpoort – All Year: Visit this iconic medieval city gate, a unique example of Dutch hydraulic engineering. 

• Eemhaven Festival – June: A festive maritime event featuring music, markets, and historical ships. 

• Mondriaanhuis – All Year: The birthplace of Piet Mondriaan, offering a fascinating museum about his life and work. 

• Open Monument Day – September: Explore historical buildings and hidden gems that are usually not accessible to the public. 

• Spoffin Festival – August: An international street and location theater festival that brings surprising acts to the city. 

• Amersfoort Forest Walk – All Year: Explore the beautiful forest area around the city with walking routes through nature. 

• Kunsthal KAdE – All Year: Modern and contemporary art in an inspiring space by the Eem River. 

• Amersfoort Light Festival – December: A magical event with light art installations and walking routes through the city. 
• Cycling Along the Eem – Summer Months: Discover the natural beauty of the Eem Valley with bike tours along the river. 

🔹 Small Facts

• Onze Lieve Vrouwetoren is a recognizable symbol: At 98 meters, this is one of the tallest church towers in the Netherlands. 

• Amersfoort is a city of gates: The Koppelpoort, a medieval city gate, is a must-see. 

• The Mondriaanhuis honors a great artist: Here you can learn all about the famous painter Piet Mondriaan, who was born in Amersfoort. 

• The city has a historic city center: With canals, bridges, and old buildings, a city walk here is an experience. 

• DierenPark Amersfoort is popular with families: This zoo offers a mix of nature and adventure. 

• The Muurhuizen are unique: These houses are built on the old city walls and form a special ring around the center. 

• Amersfoort is a true Hanseatic city: In the Middle Ages, the city flourished through trade and craftsmanship. 

• Eemplein is modern and lively: Here you’ll find shops, restaurants, and a cinema in a contemporary setting. 

• Rietveldpaviljoen showcases modern art: This gallery is named after the famous architect Gerrit Rietveld. 

• The city has green lungs: Parks like Birkhoven Forest are perfect for a day out in nature. 

• Amersfoort has its own specialty beers: Taste the flavor of the city at local breweries. 

• The city ring was once a canal: This historical detail can still be seen in the structure of the city. 

• The Cavalry Museum celebrates military tradition: This museum provides insight into the history of the cavalry. 

• The city hosts many festivals: Think of Dias Latinos and the Amersfoort Music Festivals. 

• The Belgian Monument is impressive: This is the largest war monument in the Netherlands, erected after World War I.