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Amersfoort: the city for a cozy day out

Amersfoort is a city with a wide range of activities, but the cozy atmosphere of a village. Stroll through cozy streets in the historic city center, step into one of the unique museums or shop until your bags are full. An overnight stay in Amersfoort means waking up to the sound of the bells of the Onze Lieve Vrouwetoren also known as the Lange Jan, inviting you to explore the city.

       

Let the festival season begin!

Are you also looking forward to Amersfoort's festival summer? Dance among the trees at Into the Woods or celebrate Koningsdag in a sea of orange festivities. With music, art and fun for everyone!

 

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What to do in Amersfoort?

 

 

Exclusive in Amersfoort - These activities you can only do in Amersfoort!

  • Walk the Oogappels route

    Takeaway coffee and food Amersfoort

    Are you a fan of the series Oogappels? This series was shot in Amersfoort. Put on your walking shoes and walk along the filming locations.

    Walking

  • The best escaperoom in the Netherlands

    In the Amersfoort region you will find the best escaperoom in the Netherlands: The Dome. There are also other unique options, such as a VR escaperoom.

    Do you dare?

  • Award-winning hotspots

    Amersfoort is brimming with culinary experiences and stores that have received awards and nominations.

    Winning!

  • 3 national landscapes

    Did you know that Amersfoort is the only city in the Netherlands bordering three national landscapes: the Utrechtse Heuvelrug, the Veluwe and the Eempolder.

    Into nature

 

 

New in Amersfoort - Will you be the first to tell your friends about these hot spots?

  • Jillicious Goods

    A milk bar for sweet and savory cravings.

    Jillicious Goods

  • Sunbeams

    A feel-good coffee spot with local gifts.

    Sunbeams

  • Atelier faux

    Atelier Faux is the place in Amersfoort for the most beautiful fine line and microrealism tattoos!

    Atelier faux

  • Het zoete zusje

    High tea spot for sweet tooths.

    Het zoete zusje

 

 

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Out and about with kids

Whether you want to spend an afternoon romping around, doing crafts, spotting animals or learning something cool - in Amersfoort there is always something fun to do for kids of all ages.
From interactive museums to surprising children's activities, discover the best outings for the whole family.

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For little adventurers

OVERNIGHT IN STYLE

A good night's sleep is essential during a city break. Especially for all the things you want to tick off your bucket list. Amersfoort offers a variety of accommodation options, from luxury hotels to cozy B&Bs.

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AMERSFOORT

Visiting the city of Amersfoort is like finding yourself briefly in the Middle Ages. With the historic center of Amersfoort, you wander through ancient streets and beautiful old canals. The city center of Amersfoort offers you the perfect combination of buildings with history to structures with a modern look. Amersfoort lends itself perfectly to a day out or a weekend away. Go shopping in picturesque streets, visit The Amersfoort Zoo, discover history with the birthplace of Piet Mondriaan or Kamp Amersfoort and end the day at one of the many top restaurants or bars.

Shopping in Amersfoort

Stores in Amersfoort we have plenty! In the center we have the big known brands to the beautiful boutiques in historic streets. So shopping in Amersfoort is for everyone. From shopping street the Langestraat with the famous big stores to the Krommestraat with unique boutiques for those nice rare finds.

Sightseeing in Amersfoort

Amersfoort has plenty to see! Climb the 346 steps of the Lieve Vrouwetoren and look out over the city. Get out on the water and book a canal boat trip with the Waterlijn or go out with a city guide and discover what most people don't see. We also have tourist attractions like The Amersfoort Zoo, the little train you can ride through the city or exploring the city by bike or electric scooter. For more information about the war, you can visit Kamp Amersfoort, the Cavaleriemuseum or Nationaal Militair Museum Soesterberg.

Museums in Amersfoort

Visiting a museum in Amersfoort is definitely something you should do! How about the Mondriaan House which is located in the birthplace of Piet Mondriaan or Museum Flehite with changing exhibitions and art. We also have in Amersfoort Kunsthal KAdE with exhibitions that can go in all directions. From modern to classical. Are you more into visual culture or photography then The Rietveldpaviljoen is for you! The building was designed by Rietveld himself.

As a city, Amersfoort also has a military past. This is reflected in various museums such as Kamp Amersfoort, Cavaleriemuseum or the Nationaal Militair Museum in Soesterberg on the outskirts of Amersfoort.