Are you fond of hiking? Then Amersfoort is just right for you. From the city you are in no time in the middle of rugged forests, vast sandy plains and quiet river areas. Whether you make a small detour or choose a long trek, from Amersfoort you can walk into new surroundings in any direction. From the iconic Veluwe to the undulating Utrechtse Heuvelrug, the magical Soesterduinen and the tranquil Eemgebied - these are the places where you can completely unwind in nature.
De Veluwe
From Amersfoort you are in the Veluwe in no time. Here you hike through endless forests, over quiet heathland and along paths where you sometimes meet no one for hours. Each season has its own charm, from the purple glow in summer to the warm autumn colors in October. De Veluwe is the perfect place to clear your head, be active or just enjoy the peace and space around you.
Accessibility from the center of Amersfoort:
🚗 25-30 min
🚆 ±45-60 min
🚲 1.5-2 hours
Utrecht Heuvelrug
A short distance from Amersfoort is the Utrechtse Heuvelrug: a varied nature reserve with high pine forests, rolling hills and beautiful estates. In less than 20 minutes you are in the middle of a landscape that immediately feels like a vacation. You hike along winding paths, discover historic castles and along the way encounter cozy villages where you just settle down for coffee or lunch. The Utrecht Heuvelrug is ideal for those who love nature with a little extra: tranquility, space and a touch of culture.
Accessibility from the center of Amersfoort:
🚗 ±20-25 min 🚆 ±30-40 min 🚲 ±1-1.5 hours
The Eem
From Amersfoort, the Eem flows quietly toward Lake Eemmeer, past Hoogland, Soest and Baarn. It is not a wild river, but precisely that quiet, open environment makes it special. The river is about 18 km long and easy to explore by bicycle, on foot or from the water. Cycle along the Eemweg, walk along the Koppelpoort or take to the water in a boat or rent a sup and explore the meadows and old farms along the way. Every day looks different: In the morning sometimes a mist hangs over the landscape, in the afternoon the water glistens in the sun and at sunset the river turns golden.
Accessibility from the center of Amersfoort:
🚶♂️ ±5 min walk
🚲 ±5 min cycling
🚗 ±5 min driving
Soesterduinen
From Amersfoort, it's easy to get to the Soesterduinen, where undulating sand plains and shady forests invite you to climb, hike and explore. Be surprised by the view from the dune tops, listen to the birdsong and feel how easy it is to unwind here.
Accessibility from the center of Amersfoort:
🚗: ±10-15 min 🚆 ±50-60 min 🚲 ±25-30 min 🚶♂️ ±1 h 20 min
