The Gooi and Vecht region - Where life is good and beautiful
Have a drink in a comfortable riverboat lounge overlooking the country estates and wander through Gooi Nature Reserve. Cycle past fortresses, enjoy a sunset dinner beside the Loosdrecht lakes and lunch at one of Hilversum’s culinary hotspots. There are plenty of great things to see and do on a lovely day trip or weekend getaway. Life is good and beautiful in the Dutch Gooi & Vecht region. Come and experience it for yourself!
Experience Gooi & Vecht - Memorable activities in a green setting steeped in history
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Unique fortresses and history
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Outdoor living and impressive natural beauty
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Fun on and along the water
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Exceptional culture and architecture
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A world of sound and vision
Discover Gooi en Vechtstreek
Gooi & Vecht, where beautiful nature and unique culture come together. Click on the place you want to discover.
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Huizen
If you can imagine a historic Zuiderzee town steeped in the past, then imagine yourself in the old village of Huizen and the Nautical Quarter.
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Weesp
With 200 listed buildings and old facades and cosy squares appearing around every corner, it is for good reason that Weesp is nicknamed ‘Little Amsterdam’.
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Gooise Meren
Explore the Fortress Stretch, and visit fortified towns Muiden en Naarden, Muiderslot Castle and Fortress Island Pampus
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Blaricum
Wander through the magical heathlands of Gooi Nature Reserve and admire the diverse, beautiful environment of Blaricum.
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Laren
Visit the exclusive shops in the artists’ village of Laren and be inspired at the Singer Laren Museum.
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Hilversum
Experience Hilversum, the Netherlands’ media city. Marvel at the architectural splendour of the Dutch Institute for Sound and Vision and the Dudok town hall.
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Wijdemeren
Hire a boat and explore the vast Loosdrecht lakes or the imposing 's-Graveland country estates maintained by the Dutch Society for Nature Conservation.
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Stichtse Vecht
Glide along the river Vecht in a sloop and admire the country estates of Stichtse Vecht in style.
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