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The Timeless Charms of Naarden, Muiden, and Hilversum

 

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Welcome to the Naarden, Muiden, and Hilversum area. An area with enchanting architecture, bustling markets, and pristine landscapes, making it the ideal setting for a memorable escape.

Recommended places to visit:

  • Naarden Vesting (Naarden)
    Stroll through history and marvel at its star-shaped fortress. (FREE)
    Address: Oostdijk 1411, Naarden
    Website: http://vestingnaarden.nl/

  • Comenius Museum (Naarden)
    Discover the philosopher Jan Amos Comenius’ fascinating life & legacy.
    Address: Kloosterstraat 33, 1411 RS Naarden
    Website: http://www.comeniusmuseum.nl/

  • Grote Kerk (Naarden)
    Witness the grandeur of this medieval church. (FREE)
    Address: St. Annastraat 5, 1411 PE Naarden
    Website: https://grotekerknaarden.nl/

  • Het Nederlands Vestingmuseum
    Naarden-Vesting is one of the Netherlands’ best-preserved fortified towns. Seeped in history as Dutch Waterlines’ UNESCO World Heritage Site, the town’s mesmerizing star shape, formed by six bastions, is a jaw-dropping sight you won’t find anywhere else in Europe. And that’s not all! This stunning town boasts a unique double system of ramparts and moats, a testament to its strategic past. Visit the Nederlands Vestingmuseum, tucked within the historic Turfpoort bastion. Step into the 17th-century heritage site and uncover the captivating tale of Naarden-Vesting, a vibrant chapter in Dutch history waiting to be explored.
    Address: Westwalstraat 6, 1411 PB Naarden
    Website: https://www.vestingmuseum.nl/

  • Muiderslot Castle (Muiden)
    Experience the past within this medieval fortress.
    Address: Herengracht 1, 1398 AA Muiden
    Website: https://www.muiderslot.nl/

  • Museum Muizenfort (Muiden)
    Explore the region’s military history in this 19th-century fort.
    Address: Vestingplein 1, 1398 VE Muiden
    Website: https://www.visitgooivecht.nl/en/locations/585365865/vestingwerken-muizenfort

  • Fort Uitermeer (Fortress)
    Address: Uitermeer 5, 1381 HP Weesp
    Website: http://www.uiteraarduitermeer.nl/

  • Museum Hilversum
    Immerse in the cultural heart of Hilversum with diverse exhibits.
    Address: Kerkbrink 6, 1211 BX Hilversum
    Website: http://www.museumhilversum.nl/

  • Nederlands Instituut voor Beeld & Geluid (Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision) (Hilversum)
    Uncover Dutch media & broadcasting history.
    Address: Media Parkboulevard 1, 1217 WE Hilversum
    Website: https://beeldengeluid.nl/

  • Town Hall Hilversum
    Admire this striking building’s modern architecture. (FREE EXTERIOR)
    Address: Dudokpark 1, 1217 JE Hilversum
    Website: http://www.hilversum.nl/

  • Meertje brug Ankeveensepad 
    Hiking trail (FREE)
    Address: Ankeveensepad 1217, Hilversum

  • Siertuin Gooilust (Botanical garden)
    Escape to tranquility in this picturesque estate. (FREE SOME AREAS)
    Address: Zuidereinde 49, 1243 KL ‘s-Graveland (near Hilversum)
    Website: https://www.natuurmonumenten.nl/siertuin-gooilust

  • Klimbos Gooi-Eemland (Rock climbing gym)
    Experience an adrenaline-pumping high ropes adventure.
    Address: Hoge Vuurseweg 9, Lage Vuursche
    Website: https://klimbos.nl/locaties/gooieemland/

  • Singer Museum Laren
    Private modernist art collection, including expressionism and cubism exhibits, plus small theatre.
    Address: Oude Drift 1, 1251 BS Laren
    Website: http://www.singerlaren.nl/

  • Speelpark Oud Valkeveen (Small amusement park — Seasonal)
    Family theme park & playground with gentle thrill rides plus interactive singing & dancing shows.
    Address: Oud Huizerweg 2, 1411 GZ Naarden
    Website: http://www.oudvalkeveen.nl/

Please visit the websites for the most up-to-date information on admission fees and operating hours. Begin this exciting exploration and let the unforgettable experiences of Naarden, Muiden, and Hilversum leave a lasting impression on your soul!

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