Hotspots in the Netherlands

Are you looking for a fun activity, day trip or other (leisure) tips in the Netherlands?
In this column we share our hotspots in the Netherlands.

Discover the Waddeneiladen
On these islands you can enjoy the wonderful sea air, the fresh air during a walk on the beach and the continuously changing landscape. It is therefore often seen as the most beautiful nature reserve in the Netherlands, but which island should you really visit?
There are a total of 8 Wadden Islands. However, only 5 of these are inhabited, namely Texel, Vlieland, Terschelling, Ameland and Schiermonnikoog.

Texel is the best known of the Dutch Wadden Islands. It is the largest island of the five, with a land area of ​​about 162 km². The island is 20 km long and 8 km wide and is about 20 minutes by boat from Den Helder. 
About 13,500 people live on the island, spread over the 7 villages. 
Surprisingly, there are about as many sheep on the island as people, which is why there are quite a few sheep farms. In addition, there are also countless birds (300 different species), making it internationally known as a bird island.

Archeon
Step into the middle of the oldest history of the Netherlands and discover what it really was like back then. Wander through prehistory, get very close to the Romans and dive into the Middle Ages! The museum park is full of the most beautiful reconstructions of buildings and household effects, based on archaeology. And… discover the real finds in 'Archeologiehuis Zuid-Holland'. Also a great activity for kids!

Zeeland
A dream location for lovers of water sports and nature. But also for sun lovers and people who love food! This place has it all! Beautiful monumental buildings and unique stores and (fashion) shops. Breathe in the scent of the sea and relax. 
What to do at the Zeeland coastal region?

Horse riding

Kiting/water skiing/surfing

Cycling/mountainbiking

Walk

Golf

Zoo in the Netherlands
One of the most popular zoos is Ouwehands Dierenpark in Rhenen, where a baby panda was born in 2020. Not far from there, you'll find the famous Burgers' Zoo in Arnhem.  
The Apenheul is a lovely park with monkeys. These cheerful animals can also be found in many other zoos in the Netherlands. For example, go to Amersfoort Zoo or Gaia Zoo, or Diergaarde Blijdorp in Rotterdam.