Environment
A day out or a nice route for cycling, walking or sailing.
Environment & Tourism
On this page you will find useful links for fun things to do during your stay with us at the holiday park.
Our holiday homes are all located on the New Dutch Water Line and are surrounded with its many fortresses, castles and country houses, click on the link below for the history of all these castles and country houses.
https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lijst_van_huizen_aan_de_Utrechtse_Vecht
Renting a boat or bicycle: Even more fun is to view the route along the river Vecht, the creeks and canals and the Loosdrechtse Plassen with our rental boat or by bicycle.
Read here the history and routes of the Dutch Waterline.
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the histrory and route of the Dutch Waterlinie (de Hollandse Waterlinie).
17 feiten die u misschien nog niet wist over Nederland:
- The Netherlands is one of the most densely populated countries in the world, with over 17 million people living in an area of about 41,500 square kilometers.
Approximately one-third of the country lies below sea level, and much of the land has been reclaimed from the sea through a system of dikes and polders. - The Dutch are among the tallest people in the world, with an average height of around 6 feet for men and 5 feet 7 inches for women.
- The Netherlands has the highest concentration of museums in the world, with over 1,100 museums spread across the country.
- Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh produced over 2,100 artworks during his lifetime, including iconic pieces like "Starry Night" and "Sunflowers."
- The Netherlands is the largest exporter of flowers in the world, with the flower industry centered around the famous flower auction in Aalsmeer.
- Dutch cuisine features dishes like stroopwafels (syrup waffles), bitterballen (deep-fried meatballs), and haring (raw herring), which are enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.
- The Dutch are avid cyclists, with over 35,000 kilometers of dedicated bike paths crisscrossing the country.
- The Dutch national color is orange, stemming from the royal House of Orange-Nassau, which has ruled the Netherlands since the 16th century.
- The Netherlands is home to the world's oldest stock exchange, the Amsterdam Stock Exchange, which was established in 1602.
- Dutch artist M.C. Escher, known for his mathematically inspired optical illusions, was born and raised in the Netherlands.
- The Dutch language has contributed many words to the English language, including "landscape," "cookie," and "yacht."
- 13. The Netherlands is known for its progressive stance on social issues, being one of the first countries to legalize same-sex marriage in 2001.
- Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport is one of the busiest airports in Europe and serves as a major hub for international air travel.
15. Dutch windmills, such as those at Kinderdijk, are iconic symbols of the country and have been used for centuries to pump water and grind grain. - The Netherlands is famous for its cheese, particularly Gouda and Edam, which are exported around the world.
- Dutch tulips became so valuable during the 17th century that they caused an economic bubble known as "Tulip Mania," with bulbs selling for exorbitant prices.
Tourism information
What is there to do in the Breukelen, Stichtse Vecht and Loosdrecht region, but also beyond. A day out or a nice route for cycling, walking or sailing. we give you some tips.
Breukelen
The village Breukelen - Township Stichtse Vecht
TRIPADVISOR
Restaurant @ Breukelen
Breukelen (and vicinity) Restaurants
Scheendijk
Look at our holiday homes from a drone, above the most beautiful area of NL "Scheendijk
Loosdrechtse Plassen
View the Loosdrechtse Plassen water sports area from a drone.
Rivier de Vecht
Most beautiful river in the Netherlands with its beautiful houses and farmlands and villages.
VVV Gooi & Vecht
VVV Gooi en Vecht publishes various activities throughout the year.
Amsterdam
The Capital of The Netherlands, just 25 km away.
AMSTERDAM
Utrecht
Beautifull historical Capitol of th region in the middle of The Netherlands, just 20 km away.
Volendam
A legandary Fishing village and typical Dutch monument on the big lake "IJselmeer"
Zwembad 't Kikkerfort
Subtropical swimming pool 't Kikkerfort in Breukelen
De Fabrique
Karting and laser tag in De Fabrique in Utrecht
Bike boot
Sailing and cycling in the Vecht region. The bicycle boat on the Vecht sails along the Vechtlijn for a while. Take your bike on the boat and get off where you want.
Rent a boat (sloep)
Rent a vlet/sloop for 6 people with a diesel engine at Van Heusden Watersport, no license required. Book via info@vanheusdenvakantiepark.com
Prices on: Information at reception Van Heusden Watersport
River Cruise
Book a boat trip on the most beautiful river in the Netherlands "Rivier de Vecht"
Prices on: https://www.rederijstichtsevecht.nl
Castle de Haar
De Haar Castle is a castle near Haarzuilens. It was rebuilt from 1892 on the ruins of the old castle in neo-Gothic style.
Adventures and playing ground Avontuurfabriek - Spelekids
Indoor play paradise for kids up to 12 years old and parents in Loosdrecht and more
Bus and train planner NS
Traveling by train, plan your journey here with the NS (Nederlandse Spoorwegen)
Nieuwe Hollandse Waterlinie
Our holiday homes are located on the Nieuwe Hollandse Waterlinie, World Heritage of the Netherlands since 2021, and are surrounded by its many fortresses and cycling routes.
Bowlen, Glow 3D Golf
For children and adults Bowling, Escaperoom, Glow 3D Golf at Bison Bowling - Maarssenbroek 0346-571710
Climbing in the woods: Klimbos Gooi-Eemland
Climbing forest Gooi Eemland in Lage Vuursche is the kingdom of climbing forests. The forest is located on the 'Utrechtse Heuvelrug' on the beautiful 'Landgoed Pijnenburg'. With no fewer than 10 routes, it is a true climbing paradise. The routes increase in difficulty and heights from 2 to no less than 22.5 meters. That makes you submissive for a while… Just for a moment, because you know: there is only one way up!
Where can we walk with the dogs!
Where can the dogs run free? View the areas nearby here
Indoor shopping malls, in the area!
