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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.

       

Choose your kind of adventure!

  • With the kids

    So much fun you'll want to be a kid again

    With the kids

  • Active

    For those who rather discover than look

    Active

We've got your day out planned!

  • Breakfast that tastes like more

    Start your day with a local breakfast brimming with local produce at Het Lokaal.

    Breakfast that tastes like more

  • Store among old streets & new finds

    Continue full of energy to the Mooierplein, a creative part of Amersfoort. Here you shop stylish pre-loved clothing finds at Conceptstore Blij.

    Store among old streets & new finds

  • Must-sees in the afternoon

    The city is bursting with history and everything is within walking distance. Stroll along the fairytale Muurhuizen.

    Must-sees in the afternoon

  • Have lunch with a view

    Let your taste buds dance at Stadscafé Amersfoort for a special sandwich in a relaxed atmosphere.

    Have lunch with a view

  • Squares to crash in

    For a short break, settle down on one of Amersfoort's cozy squares - the Groenmarkt is bustling with life with its cozy hospitality and lively atmosphere.

    Squares to crash in

  • End the day in style

    End your day tastefully at one of the many cozy restaurants in Amersfoort. Feeling chic? Then let yourself be surprised by worldly dishes at de Saffraan.

    End the day in style

  • Stay overnight between history and hotspots

    Had such a great day, you don't want to leave yet? Fall asleep gently to the rhythm of the Eem River at B&B Vita Nova.

    Stay overnight between history and hotspots

 

 

 

 

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Tips from locals

Pizza, please!

From crispy Neapolitan bottoms to surprising toppings - Amersfoort serves pizzas where even nonna would be proud of. We even have an award winner within the city walls: Pizza Bombari was named one of 50 "Excellent Pizzerias" by 50 Top Pizza.

Whether you go for classic or creative, these pizzerias know how to build an Italian evening. Discover our five favorites and be seduced.

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Give me those oven addresses

 

 

 

 

 

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

  • LYVA

    A colorful restaurant full of worldly flavors.

    LYVA

  • MINISO

    For cheerful gadgets with a Japanese touch.

    MINISO

  • Guts & Gusto

    A fashion store according to the latest trends.

    Guts & Gusto

  • Piercing Studio Amersfoort

    A modern piercing studio and goldsmith shop in one.

    Piercing Studio Amersfoort

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.

  • LONG JOHN'S PUB & HOTEL

    If you want to feel like a real local, this is the ideal place. With one step outside the door you are in the middle of the cozy city center.

    Beers & Beds

  • THE COTTON PRINTING PLANT IN DE VOLMOLEN

    since 1645, Volmolen is the symbol of the city's centuries-long textile industry. This water mill was built on the city wall at the time and is attached to the 14th century Koppelpoort.

    Historic lodging

  • LOGEMENT DE GAAPER

    De Gaaper is located in a beautifully restored national monument in the middle of Amersfoort's historic city center.

    Sleeping in an old pharmacy

  • Leerhotel het Klooster

    Stay in this former monastery between history and the future. Young hospitality talents from Hotelschool Amersfoort let you enjoy "Meesterlijk Gastvrij" - a unique mix of learning, luxury and personal attention.

    Ultimate enjoyment

  • MERCURE HOTEL

    Between the medieval downtown and the industrial Wagenwerkplaats you find the chic four-star Hotel Mercure.

    Enjoy the view

  • HOTEL VITA NOVA

    Do you love adventure and are you looking for something unique? Then an overnight stay at the charming Vita Nova ship hotel is highly recommended.

    Go out on the water

 

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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.