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The BUCH — Bergen, Uitgeest, Castricum, Heiloo, and Egmond (and nearby villages)


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Imagine the charming villages of Bergen, Uitgeest, Castricum, and Heiloo — their local tales are spun around monumental buildings, the ebb and flow of the sea, and tales of artists who once called these places home. They’re not just locations on the map, they’re portals into the rich and engaging Dutch history. Let’s embark on a remarkable journey through these tantalizing townships, unveiling hidden gems along the way. Here’s my roundup of intriguing spots that I believe you’d love to explore:

Bergen

Uitgeest

  • Jachthaven Uitgeest (Marina) — Address: Lagendijk 7, 1911 MT Uitgeest
    Details: http://jachthavenuitgeest.nl/

  • Zwaansmeer (Lake) — Address: Lagendijk 33r, 1911 MT Uitgeest (FREE)

Castricum

  • Archeology Museum Huis van Hilde — Address: Westerplein 6, 1901 NA Castricum
    Details: http://www.huisvanhilde.nl/

  • Castricum aan Zee (beach) — Address: Zeeweg 50, 1901 NZ Castricum (FREE)


Photo by Henk Hommes on Unsplash 
  • Hortus Bulborum (Botanical garden) — Address: Zuidkerkenlaan 23A, 1906 AC Limmen
  • Details: https://hortus-bulborum.nl/

  • Noordhollands Duinreservaat (Nature preserve) — Address: Zeeweg 33, 1901 NZ Castricum

  • Visitors center De Hoep (Hiking area) — Address: Johannisweg 2, 1901 NX Castricum

Heiloo

  • Bowling Alley & Partycenter Heiloo — Address: Kennemerstraatweg 341, 1851 ND Heiloo
    Details: http://www.bowlingheiloo.nl/

  • Cultuurkoepel Heiloo (Event venue and interesting architecture to see) — Address: Kennemerstraatweg 464, 1851 NG Heiloo
    Details: https://www.cultuurkoepelheiloo.nl/

  • Landgoed Nijenburg (Estate) — Address: Kennemerstraatweg 197, 1851 BB Heiloo

  • Kapel Onze Lieve Vrouw ter Nood (Chapel) — Address: Kapellaan 145, 1851 PE Heiloo

  • Willibrordus Business Centrum — Address: Kennemerstraatweg 464, 1851 NG Heiloo

  • Landgoed Willibrordus (Estate) — Address: Westerweg 267, 1852 AG Heiloo

Egmond

  • Abbey Egmond (Abdij van Egmond) — Address: Abdijlaan 26, 1935 BH Egmond-Binnen
    Chapel, and an interesting abbey store.
    Details: http://www.abdijvanegmond.nl/ 

Courtesy of Abdij van Egmond
  • Alpaca Eco Farm (Recreation center) — Address: Hoeverweg 13, 1934 PK Egmond aan den Hoef
    Details: http://www.alpaca-ecofarm.nl/

  • Beach Egmond aan Zee — Address: Westeinde, 1931 AB Egmond aan Zee

  • Bunkermuseum Jansje Schong — Address: 78, Doctor Wiardi Beckmanlaan, 1931 BW Egmond aan Zee
    Details: http://www.egmond4045.nl/

  • Entrance Hiking area (Ingang Wandelgebied) — Address: Zeeweg 22–24, 1931 VJ Egmond aan Zee

  • J C J van Speijk Lighthouse (Vuurtoren J C J van Speijk) — Address: Vuurtorenplein 1, 1931 CV Egmond aan Zee
    Details: https://egmondaanzee.org/de/leuchtturm/9168/leuchtturm-jcj-van-speijk-egmond.html

  • Museum van Egmond (Heritage museum) — Address: Zuiderstraat 7, 1931 GD Egmond aan Zee
    Details: http://www.museumvanegmond.nl/

  • Ruines Castle Egmond (Kasteel Egmond) — Address: Slotweg 46, 1934 CN Egmond aan den Hoef
    Details: https://www.historischegmond.nl/

  • View Point (Uitkijkpunt) — Address: Dokter Helleboulevard, 1931 XN Egmond aan Zee

  • Watchtower (Uitkijktoren) — Address: Voorstraat, 1931 AL Egmond aan Zee

These are but a few of the many fascinating sights in and around Bergen, Uitgeest, Castricum, and Heiloo. Remember to check opening hours and entrance fees where applicable. Let the charm of these Dutch hamlets envelope you as you discover their many wonders. Here’s to the start of your unforgettable adventure.

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