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Welcome to the Garden of Amsterdam Within a stone’s throw of the cities of Amsterdam, Utrecht and Almere, the Gooi & Vecht area allows you to enjoy in all peace and quiet the many varied touristic attractions. This area, the Dutch television network-capital of Hilversum being its lively center, truly is a rich oasis of quiet, space, nature, unique waters and historical highlights. And last but not least: very, very good restaurants and shopping possibilities. No wonder this area is also known as Amsterdam’s beautiful garden! In this area, and within a short distance from each other, you will find the river Vecht, which is indisputably Holland’s most beautiful river, the lively Loosdrecht Lakes in the municipality of Wijdemeren, the scenic Naarden Lake, the stately old estates in ’s-Graveland and the Gooi Nature Reserve’s extensive heathlands and forests. Historical villages such as Laren, Muiderberg and Blaricum are absolutely worth a visit. And don’t miss out on strongholds and fortified towns like Naarden, Muiden, Bussum and Weesp, some of which are part of Unesco’s World Heritage. Not to forget the area’s characteristic old harbour of Huizen. Everywhere you go you will find the finest little shops, the most enjoyable terraces and the very best restaurants. Come and stay with us for a couple of days, for staying with us is an experience in itself! There is a choice of bed & breakfasts, and of course the area boasts a number of luxurious hotels of very good report. Find out more about this rich oasis at www.gooivecht.nl.
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Regional VVV Gooi & Vecht: Amsterdam Kerkbrink 6, Hilversum (regional VVV) Open: mo-sa 10.00-17.00h, su 12.00-17.00h Local Tourist Information Centers: VVV Huizen, Achterbaan 82 VVV Weesp, Hoogstraat 10 VVV Bussum, Wilhelminaplantsoen 18 VVV Naarden, Ruijsdaelplein 9L A9 VVV ’s-Graveland, Noordereinde 54 B VVV Kortenhoef, Zuwe 20 VVV Loosdrecht, Oud-Loosdrechtsedijk 198
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Highlights of the Gooi & Vecht area The Dutch area Gooi & Vecht is one of a kind because of its rich diversity of touristic and cultural interest, as well as a broad range of stunning landscapes. All this is available within a short range of each other and in the very heart of the Netherlands. Gooi & Vecht is rightly known as the oasis of the metropolitan area called the Randstad, as it is a splendid garden to the big cities of Amsterdam and Utrecht. = Official Unesco Heritage
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THE FORTRESS ISLAND OF PAMPUS
The unique Fortress Island of Pampus is part of the Stelling van Amsterdam – the Amsterdam Defence Line. The Stelling Visitor Center is located on the island, as well as the interactive Pampus Experience. Imagine going back in time! Boat departures from: Herengracht, Muiden (facing number. 33) www.pampus.nl
AMSTERDAM CASTLE, MUIDERSLOT
2 AMSTERDAM CASTLE, MUIDERSLOT The stalwart castle Muiderslot was built around 1285 by order of count Floris V. It is one of Holland’s best preserved medieval castles. The castle is open for visitors. Address: Herengracht 1, Muiden. www.muiderslot.nl
3 STRONGHOLD OF MUIDEN Experience Muiden! Enjoy the views from one of the lovely terraces near the waterfront and the sea lock. Don’t miss out on Muiden’s many cultural historical sights, and be sure to take a stroll along the dike. Starting point: Herengracht 1, Muiden. www.muidenvesting.nl
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4 THE NAARDERBOS RECREATIONAL PARK A lovely park on the borders of the Gooimeer – Gooi Lake - with lots of recreational possibilities. Besides a beach lined by a promenade, the park offers hiking and biking trails, and also riding tracks. Address: IJsselmeerweg 100, Naarden. www.naarderbos.nl 5
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PLAY PARK OUD VALKEVEEN
Situated in a scenic woody area with a private beach bordering the shallow Gooimeer – Gooi Lake. The park offers an extensive playing field, a theater and an indoor playing hall. Address: Oud Huizerweg 2, Naarden. www.oudvalkeveen.nl
Weesp is part of the Stelling van Amsterdam – the Amsterdam Defence Line - and the Hollandse Waterlinie, also a defence line. It is a preserved area, beautifully situated on the river Vecht. The Fortress at the Ossenmarkt and the Fortress of Uitermeer are two of Weesp's historical sights. Starting point: VVV Weesp, Hoogstraat 10, Weesp. www.weesp.nl
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HUIZEN WHARF AND THE NAUTICAL QUARTER
Huizen, with its Nautical quartier, is rightly called the Gooi harbour. The Nautical Quarter has the look and feel of an ancient Zuyder Zee village. The historically authentic Huizen Wharf is located within this Quarter. www.botterwerfhuizen.nl and www.nautischkwartierhuizen.nl
The river Vecht is rightfully called Holland’s most beautiful river. The river rises in the city of Utrecht and flows out into the IJmeer (IJ Lake) near the town of Muiden. The river Vecht is famous for the impressive country houses and estates bordering the water. From Utrecht it meanders through the scenic villages of Maarssen, Breukelen, Loenen aan de Vecht, Vreeland, Nigtevecht, Weesp and it discharges at Muiden. www.zichtopdevechtstreek.nl
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THE OLD VILLAGE OF HUIZEN The old village of Huizen with its farm houses big and small, the fisherman houses and its winding streets and alleys is absolutely worth a visit. Starting point: Tourist-agency (VVV) at the Huizer Museum ‘Het Schoutenhuis’, Achterbaan 82, Huizen. www.huizermuseum.nl
12 A beautiful, protected nature reserve between Amsterdam and the Gooi area, it is a peaceful getaway from all big city buzz. Around the Naardermeer – Naarden Lake - you’ll find the best hiking and biking trails. Or book a boat trip to the colony of cormorants. Starting point: Farm house ‘Boerderij Stadzigt’, Meerkade 2, Naarden. www.natuurmonumenten.nl/naardermeer
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THE FORTIFIED TOWN OF NAARDEN
Naarden is one of the best preserved fortified towns in Europe, especially famous for its star formation. Visit the Netherlands Fortress Museum, the shops and terraces, and take a stroll along the winding alleys of this stronghold. Or make a boat trip, starting at the museum. Starting point: Visitor center Naarden in the Utrechtse poort Ruysdaelplein Poortgebouw – building with a gate on your righthand side, Naarden. Car park at Adriaan Dortsmanplein, Naarden. www.naardenvesting.info
FORTRESS ‘WERK IV’
The town of Bussum holds a fortress that was built in 1869. Fortress ‘Werk IV’ is part of the Nieuwe Hollandse Waterlinie, a Dutch defence line, and it is a much wanted spot for recreational, creative and educational events. Open every day of the week except on Sundays. Address: Dr. Abraham Kuyperlaan 1 a/b, Bussum. www.fortwerk4.nl
13 T HE SHEEP PEN AT THE TAFELBERG HEATHLAND
The organization for nature conservation ‘Goois Natuurreservaat’ operates a sheep pen that is beautifully situated on the Tafelberg heathland in Blaricum. Here you can spot not only sheep, but Scottish Highlanders as well. There is an atrractive restaurant with a terrace and a playground overlooking the heathland. Address: Oude Naarderweg 2, Blaricum. www.gnr.nl
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THE GOOI & VECHTSTREEK VISITOR CENTER
The Gooi & Vechtstreek Visitor Center, operated by the organization for nature conservation Natuurmonumenten is situated at Boekesteyn, one of ’s-Graveland's lovely country estates. The Visitor Center has been completely renovated, and it is an adventure for both young and old! Many hiking and biking trails start from here Address: Noordereinde 54b, ’s-Graveland www.natuurmonumenten.nl/bcgooienvechtstreek
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THE SPANDERSWOUD FOREST
The country estates of Noord- and Zuid Wolfsbergen are part of the present Spanderswoud forest. Behind the ‘Spanderswoud’ country house you will find a lovely water garden with winding paths. Try one of the beautiful hiking trails! Starting point: Visitor Center of Natuurmonumenten, Noordeinde 54b, ’s-Graveland. www.natuurmonumenten.nl/content/spanderswoud
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THE BUSSUM - AND WESTER HEATHLAND
This is the most extensive stretch of heathlands in the Gooi area, with barrows and important geological finds. Also there are many hiking and biking trails. The Bussum and Wester Heathlands are located in the center of the Gooi area and can easily be accessed from Hilversum as well as from Bussum and Laren Starting point: Heidezicht, Westereng, Randweg 203, Bussum.
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NETHERLANDS INSTITUTE FOR SOUND AND VISION
The Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision offers the media experience for both young and old and it is a fun day out! Discover the world of radio and television and create your own tv programme. Address: Sumatralaan 45, Hilversum. www.beeldengeluid.nl
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THE ’S-GRAVELAND COUNTRY ESTATES In the early seventeenth century wealthy Amsterdam families started building their stately country houses in ’s-Graveland. Since the 1930s the organization for nature conservation Natuurmonumenten has been acquiring these estates one by one.The estates offer a superb hiking area consisting of lush forests and beautiful gardens!
Starting point: Noordereinde 54b,’s-Graveland www.natuurmonumenten.nl/sgravelandsebuitenplaatsen
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PINETUM BLIJDENSTEIN
the dudok town hall of hilversum
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A magnificent estate surrounded by splendid scenery. The former sanatorium Zonnestraal, designed by the famous architect Jan Duiker, is situated in the heart of the estate. Zonnestraal, nominated for Unesco's World Heritage, offers a lovely hiking area with signposted routes and some agreeable spots for a drink or even a meal. Address: Loosdrechtstebos 17, Hilversum. www.zonnestraal.org
This botanical garden is part of the National Plants Collection, it holds one of the world’s most important conifer collections.. Address: Van der Lindenlaan 125, Hilversum. www.pinetum.nl
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THE DUDOK TOWN HALL OF HILVERSUM
National monument designed by the famous architect W.M. Dudok. This is where the self-guided Dudok tour starts. This tour enables you to enjoy Hilversums superb recent architecture. Address: Dudokpark 1, Hilversum.
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A unique area for water sports, with many boat rental companies and lots of attractive terraces and restaurants. Enjoy the lakes while being on them! Starting point: VVV agency ‘het IJs van Columbus’, Oud Loosdrechtsedijk 198, Oud Loosdrecht. www.vvvwijdemeren.nl
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CASTLE AND MUSEUM OF SYPESTEYN
Recreational lakes in Maarsseveen (municipality of Stichtse Vecht) offering extensive recreational facilities, beaches and a spa. Starting point: Westbroeksebinnenweg 2a, Tienhoven. www.stichtsevecht.nl
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SLOT ZUYLEN - ZUYLEN CASTLE
Slot Zuylen is a one of a kind experience in the village of Oud-Zuilen. Situated on the river Vecht, the castle is in fact a museum. Its most famous occupant was Belle van Zuylen, an eighteenth century Dutch writer.. Address: Tournooiveld 1, Oud-Zuilen. www.slotzuylen.nl
The castle was built in the early twentieth century and boasts a unique collection of Loosdrecht porcelain. The castle and its gardens are open to visitors. Address: Nieuw Loosdrechtsedijk 150, Loosdrecht. www.sypesteyn.nl
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Hiking in the Gooi & Vecht area The Gooi & Vecht area offers miles and miles of hiking fun along its varied scenery. We recommend the following tours‌.
1. PARK YOUR CAR AND GO! These three signposted hiking tours offer a cark park that is easily accessable and free of charge, a restaurant and of course the most beautiful scenery on the way.
2. START YOUR HIKE AT A RAILWAY STATION The Dutch railway company has set out two hikes in the Gooi & Vecht area that start and finish at railway stations. More hiking tours: check www.gooivecht.nl
THE LOOSDRECHT LAKES Part of the Loosdrecht Lakes has been designated as one of Europe’s most important nature reserves by the European Union. These so called Natura2000-areas harbour very special plant species and animals. With this designation they are better protected. Examples of these special species in the Loosdrecht Lakes are, among others, the bittern, the purple heron and the Cobitidae. Clean waters are a matter of life and death here. People who come here for a boat trip or a swim have to be well aware of this.
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1. PARK YOUR CAR AND GO! These signposted hiking tours offer a cark park that is easily accessable and free of charge, a restaurant and of course the most beautiful scenery on the way. • Park your car at the restaurant Tafelberg near the village of Blaricum. Starting point for among others an 8 kilometer tour along the Tafelberg and Blaricum Heathland and the Huizer Eng (a relatively young forest). Starting point: Oude Naarderweg 2, Blaricum • A couple of hiking trails start from the La Place restaurant in the village of Laren. One of them is the 4 km tour along the Zuiderheide (South Heathland), which is full of archeological and geological finds. Starting point: Westerheide 2, Laren • The Natuurmonumenten Visitor Center offers a great variety of hiking and biking tours in the area, some easy, others more strenuous. Among others it is the starting point of a 17 kilometer tour that takes you along the beautiful country estates this area is famous for. Starting point: Noordereinde 54-B, ’s-Graveland.
•M onuments in the city of Hilversum tour (8 km). The Hilversum Museum is all about culture and architecture. Did you know that this city is full of markedly modern monuments? Don’t miss our guided architectural tour. It takes you along a number of magnificent buildings by W.M. Dudok, one of them the Hilversum City Hall. Starting point: Museum Hilversum and Tourist Information (VVV), Kerkbrink 6, Hilversum or Dudokpark 1, Hilversum (Dudok Town Hall), Phone: 0031 35 62 92 826, museumhilversum@hilversum.nl
Other great places to start your hike in Gooi & Vecht • Landgoed Zonnestraal – The Zonnestraal estate (4,5 km tour) Starting point: Loosdrechtstebos 17, Hilversum. •N aardermeer – Naarden Lake (6 km and 19 km tour) Starting point: Farm house ‘Boerderij Stadzigt’, Meerkade 2, Naarden. •N aarder Eng (5 km tour) Starting point: Fazantweg, Huizen/Naarden - Parkeerplace Nimmerdor. •B ethune route (11 km tour) Starting point: Maarsseveense Poort, Herenweg 53 C, Maarssen (parkingplace). •A ngstel route (11 km tour) Starting point: The Bridge over the Vecht River in Nieuwersluis.
2. START YOUR HIKE AT A RAILWAY STATION The Dutch railway company has set out two hikes in the Gooi & Vecht area that start and finish at railway stations. • The Naarden Lake hiking trail (19,5 km) starts and ends at the Naarden-Bussum railway station. •T he Ankeveen hiking trail (22 km) starts at the Bussum-zuid railway station and ends at the Weesp railway station. This trail is also avaiable as a GPS-tour. Download the trail’s itinerary and the GPS-tour for free at www.eropuit.nl/wandelen
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Cycling through Gooi & Vecht’s country side
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Vecht area: a bikers’ paradise Get to know the Gooi & Vecht area by bicycle! There is so much to discover, and cycling is the way to do it. All through the area a network of cycling junctions has been laid out, along which the most beautiful tours can be made. And it is very easy to understand how it works. All tourist information centers (they are called VVV’s here) sell cycling tour guides from which you can pick your favourite. Or visit our website for a number of suggested tours. Every junction is marked by a map, and from one junction to the next you can just follow the junction numbers by the side of the road. Cycling here is very safe, because of the many cycling paths. Bring your own bicycle or rent a bike at one of the many bike rental shops. We warmly recommend three of our best cycling tours, two of which start from a railway station adjoining a bike rental shop.
Vecht area tour
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ighlights of this tour: some old country estates, a fortress, and of course a H couple of splendid lakes situated in a very scenic area. & finish: Stationsplein Naarden-Bussum (railway station) Follow these junction numbers: #5#4#7$7$5$4!6!7!8#3#4#5 Bicycle rental: Bicycle shop Naarden-Bussum | Stationsplein 3 | Bussum Phone: 0031356945530
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Discover the Loosdrecht Lakes
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& finish: Stationsplein Hilversum (railway station) Discover the lakes around Loosdrecht: this tour not only shows you the beauty of the lakes themselves, but also of the scenery surrounding them. Follow these junction numbers: %4%0#6!0)8)9)6)5)7@5*4@7@8
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Bicycle rental: Railway station | Stationsplein 7 | Hilversum Phone: 0031356213098
Fortress discovery tour
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and finish: Hoogstraat, Weesp - the first junction number is 44. Bicycle rental is nearby: Railway station, stationsplein 1 , Weesp, phone: 0031 29 441 16 90. In Muiden, you can visit the Muiderslot (Muiden or Amsterdam Castle), the Muizenfort (Mice Fortress, a connection point between two famous Dutch defence lines), or take the ferry to the fortress island of Pampus. On the island there is not only a fortress, but also the Visitor Center of the Stelling van Amsterdam (an ancient Amsterdam defence line). Follow these junction numbers: $4!6!7!8#3&8&9#5#4$9$8$7
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Many more cycling tours… Check www.gooivecht.nl for more cycling tours. Or visit one of the Tourist Visitor Centers in the area (see page 4), since they have many different cycling tour guides.
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There are many ways to spend a perfect day in the Gooi & Vecht area. Some of them are described here:
1. BOAT TRIP ON THE RIVER VECHT TO THE CASTLE OF OUD-ZUILEN
3. CYCLING TOUR ALONG FLOUR AND DRAINING MILLS
Breukelen is a village on the banks of the river Vecht. In the seventeenth century the Dutch founded Breuckelen on the American continent. Breuckelen is now known as Brooklyn. Rent a boat at Restaurant Buitenplaats Slangevegt, Straatweg 40 in Breukelen or around de Loosdrecht Lakes (adress: Oud Loosdrechtsedijk, Oud Loosdrecht). A scenic trip along the river takes you to Slot Zuylen, an ancient castle in Oud-Zuilen. Moor your boat here and visit this medieval castle. Restaurant Belle is located next to the castle, and its lovely terrace has a great view of the river.
This scenic tour takes you along the banks of picturesque rivers like Angstel, Gein and Vecht. Along the way you will come across ten mills. Some of them were used for draining, others for producing flour. Some of the mills are still operational. But there is more to be seen: you will also be passing beautiful places like Weesp, Loenen aan de Vecht, Abcoude and also a castle and some ancient farmhouses. And of course everywhere the best panoramic views of the rivers with their surrounding scenery. Find out more about this tour at www.gooivecht.nl.
2. THE STRONGHOLD OF MUIDEN AND THE FORTRESS ISLAND OF PAMPUS
4. THE HUIZEN NAUTICAL QUARTER AND THE HISTORICAL VILLAGE OF BLARICUM
In Muiden an interesting part of Dutch history comes alive. Take a walk over old city ramparts, have a glimpse into the life of Count Floris V and visit one of the many fortresses built in the nineteenth century to protect the Netherlands against its enemies. They are part of the Stelling van Amsterdam, the Amsterdam Defence Line, and were proclaimed a World Heritage Site by Unesco. In Muiden you can visit the thirteenth century Muiderslot, also known as the Amsterdam Castle. And across from Herengracht 33 you will find the ferry that takes you to the island of Pampus in less than 30 minutes. The Stelling van Amsterdam Visitor Center is located on Pampus, and it is well worth a visit. Be sure not to miss the Pampus Experience, an interactive tour inside the fortress.
In Huizen, the Gooi & Vecht area’s harbour, you can take a stroll along the fisherman’s wharf. The wharf is newly built in an authentic style. It is like taking a step back in time, seeing the typical brown fisherboats that were used back in the nineteenth and early twentieth century. They are a reminder of times when the IJsselmeer Dam had not yet been built. Along the harbour you will find some lovely terraces where you can have a cup of coffee or even a good meal. Spend the second half of the day exploring the historical center of the village of Blaricum. Many artists of national and international renown found their inspiration here. Blaricum is well known for its beautiful old farmhouses and for one of Holland’s best ice-cream parlours, De Hoop. The village also boasts a couple of top-of-the-bill restaurants. Just outside the village, boardering the Blaricum Heathlands, the sheep pen is the spot to visit with children. Restaurant De Tafelberg, just across from the pen, offers a lovely terrace with lounge seats and a beautiful view of the heathlands.
n a day 5. THE FORTIFIED TOWN OF NAARDEN In Naarden you can visit a museum, take a boat trip and make a beautiful hike all in one day. The Netherlands Fortress Museum offers all you want to know about the Dutch defence history. Taking a tour here is a terrific experience for both young and old. At the museum you can also buy tickets for a boat trip along the Naarden canals. View the town from the water! It is not hard to find a nice terrace or a fine restaurant while strolling through the winding streets of Naarden. Visit the Naarden Tourist Information Center for a (self-)guided tour of the town. For the best views just follow the 3,5 kilometer path on top of the fortifications which have been built in star formation. And maybe you will even have time left to check out the recently opened Museum of Scales.
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FINEST RESTAURANTS IN THE GOOI & VECHT AREA Michelin Star Restaurants ’t Amsterdammetje – French food Rijksstraatweg 119, Loenen aan de Vecht Tante Koosje – French food Kerkstraat 1, Loenen aan de Vecht Lakes – French food Vreelandseweg 50, Hilversum Soigné - French food Kapelstraat 16, Bussum De Nederlanden - French food Duinkerken 3, Vreeland
Recommended by Michelin Spandershoeve - Indonesian food Bussumergrintweg 46, Hilversum Meyers CuliCafe - French food Nieuwstad 84, Weesp Amice Veendijk 1a, Oud-Loosdrecht
Top 3 by Dutch visitors La Ruelle - French food Oudegracht 3a, Weesp Royal Mandarin - Chinese food Emmastraat 9, Hilversum Candi Borobudur - Indonesian food Stationsweg 36, Bussum
For many more good restaurants check www.gooivecht.nl
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Publisher Gooi & Vecht Tourist Board in co-operation with iTRovator Editing Milou Aarts Marieke Hendriks Corine van der Stap-Bastiaansen Translations Judith Rutten, Judith schrijft Styling and design DIMARDESIGN bno, Dimitri Mau Asam Photography Natuurmonumenten, Goois Natuurreservaat, Vecht Exclusief, Venster op de Vecht, Corine van der Stap-Bastiaansen
All rights reserved. Texts and tours in this publication have been composed with the utmost care. The correctness of all data is dependant on information provided by third parties. The Regionaal Bureau voor Toerisme Gooi & Vecht can not be held responsible for any errors.
For a comprehensive list of all touristic possibilities in the Gooi & Vecht area check www.gooivecht.nl
A comprehensive list of all touristic possibilities in the area is available at Gooi & Vecht official Tourist Information (VVV) website. At www.gooivecht.nl you will find: • the touristic highlights of every municipality in the area • tips for a special day in Gooi & Vecht, containing all necessary practical information • an up-to-date and day by day list of events (in Dutch only) • the sights, the attractions and the scenery • a list of places to sleep • a ll hiking, biking, skating, canoeing, sailing and driving tours in thearea ready to use • a webshop
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