Where better way to spend a sunny day than with a delightful picnic outdoors? Relax together, read, play games, and enjoy tasty snacks while soaking up the sun. Amersfoort has plenty of enchanting picnic spots to choose from! We’ve put together a list of a few great locations where you can spread out your blanket.
Watergate Monnikendam
This is the most perfect picnic spot in Amersfoort. There is grass, there are trees, it is not too far from the center, you sit by the water and the watergate provides a great backdrop for a picnic selfie. Do we need to say more?
Zocherplantsoen
This is the most famous picnic spot around the center of Amersfoort. Not only because it is a cool walking route, but also because this park has an interesting history. Curious about this history? In the park you will find all kinds of signs explaining the history of this park.
Park Randenbroek
People of all ages come here to spend time: from children running around in the playground to seniors taking a stroll. The park is large enough that everyone can go about their business without getting in each other’s way. In addition, Park Randenbroek offers the perfect mix of shady spots under tall trees and open areas where you can enjoy the sun. In short, everything you need for a cozy picnic!
City Park Elisabeth Groen
This city park is relatively new in Amersfoort. The Elisabeth Hospital used to stand here; now it has been transformed into a beautiful green park. The hospital’s former boiler house has been transformed into a true Parkhuis,” Where you can grab a delicious pastry or drink if you forgot to pack one in your picnic basket.
At the Kortegracht
You can also have a great picnic in the middle of downtown. Take the Kortegracht, for example. Get a delicious ice cream at IJssalon San Marco and enjoy the sunshine while dangling your feet above the water.
Along the Eem
Do you like to escape the hustle and bustle? Then the Eem is the perfect location for you! Choose a spot in the grass by the water or use one of the landscaped picnic tables. The Eem is as long as 19 kilometers, so plenty of room.
Extra fun: combine your picnic at the Eem with our rollerblading route!
