Naarden Travel Guide

 
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Things to Do  

Utrechtse Poort

Utrechtse Poort, Naarden

 OlafS Says:  The Utrechtse Poort ('Utrecht gate') dates from 1877. It is the only survivor of two gates that once gave access to the fortress, the other being the former Amsterdamse Poort. It's a nice building, a reminder of the time when utility architecture was still meant to be... 

Grootarsenaal

Grootarsenaal, Naarden

 OlafS Says:  Grootarsenaal ('great arsenal') is the name of this building from ca. 1688 that lost its military function long ago and now houses a big and expensive furniture shop of Jan de Bouvrie, whose designs are both famous and notorious in the Netherlands, depending on taste. 

Comeniusmausoleum

Comeniusmausoleum, Naarden

 OlafS Says:  The Czech bishop and pedagogue Jan Amos Komensky, a.k.a. Comenius never set a foot in Naarden. But after he died in Amsterdam in 1670 his body was taken to Naarden and buried in this former chapel, which today is known as the Comeniusmausoleum. Next to it is a museum about... 

Town hall

Town hall, Naarden

 OlafS Says:  The town hall is an attractive building dating from 1601 and one of the nicest examples of the Renaissance-style in the Netherlands. Note the unequal stepped gables. 

Spanish house

Spanish house, Naarden

 OlafS Says:  The Spanish house dates from 1615. It owes its name to its location, as on this place the chapel of the hospital stood, where in 1572 Spanish troops started the massacre of the population of Naarden. The remains of the chapel were later converted into a weighing-house, when... 

Grote Kerk ('Great Church') part 1

Grote Kerk ('Great Church') part 1, Naarden

 OlafS Says:  The reformed Grote Kerk ('Great Church') until the Reformation was known as St. Vitus, like many churches in this area. The church dates from the 15th century and has unique painted wooden vaults. See the next tip. 

Grote Kerk ('Great Church') part 2

Grote Kerk ('Great Church') part 2, Naarden

 OlafS Says:  This is one of those cases where you really MUST go inside the church. Yes, there's a fee, but it's worth it.Most of the church is covered by wooden vaults. Although the Reformation took its toll from the interior of this church, the unique paintings on these vaults have... 

Old church in Naarden-Vesting

Old church in Naarden-Vesting, Naarden

 Roeffie Says:  Grote Kerk or St. VituskerkThe ceiling of this church must be beautiful I am told. On the day I was there, there was a service going on so I didn't want to disturd it. Also it must be possible to climb the tower one must have a great view on the fortifications up there. So... 

Info on the fortifications!

Info on the fortifications!, Naarden

 Roeffie Says:  VestingsmuseumCollectionArchitectureLocal traditional clothingsArms and warCity and areahistoryUniforms/armory In this underground- openairmuseum you'll find casemates, canoncellars and collection historic artifacts. Displays tell you all about the defence of the... 

Tjech history in Holland!

Tjech history in Holland!, Naarden

 Roeffie Says:  Comenius MuseumCollectionBooks and art of printingCartograficsRelgious art/EducationPaintings (between 1600 and 1850)City and areahistory There is an exhibition about the life of the Tjech 17th century scientist Jan Amos Comenius (1592-1670). The museum also preserves the... 

In remembrance of a massacre!

In remembrance of a massacre!, Naarden

 Roeffie Says:  Spanish HouseThis house thanks is name of a massacre that occurred here in 1572, when this building was city hall. On decmber 1st of that year 700 inhabitants gathered here to listen to the peace propositions of the Spanish army. As we now know it was a setup of the Spanish... 

A nice example of Dutch Renaissance!

A nice example of Dutch Renaissance!, Naarden

 Roeffie Says:  City HallThe ciyty hall was built in 1601 and is a nice example of Dutch Renaissance.Nowadays the Cityhall is still used for weddings and special occasions. Behind the old cityhall there is a new one. Sadly enough it is not well adapted in the athmosphere of the town. 

Weeshuiskazerne

Weeshuiskazerne, Naarden

 OlafS Says:  Weeshuiskazerne ('orphanage barracks') is the strange name for this building, which is part of a complex that was built as a convent and later became an orphanage. From 1809 until 1986 it was used as a barracks. Today it houses the Comeniusmuseum. 

Hotels  

Nh Naarden

 1 Review and 16 Opinions  We arrived from the airport and had booked this hotel without seeing any photos. It was a rainy day... 

NH Naarden Hotel

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Restaurants  

Bordjes: Nice new restaurant in Naarden Vesting
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Entrance

Friendly staff and good food. Since it's opening in 2011 we have become regulars. The Chef previously earned a Michelin star for another restaurant, but now decided to create more of a local thing in Naarden.

Favorite Dish: I love many things from the menu, so it always is a hard choise. But no matter what I choose, I know it is good. As is the atmosphere/ambiance. Price indication is for a main course and some drinks

Written Dec 22, 2011

Address: Cattenhagestraat 9 Naarden

Website: http://www.bordjesnaarden.nl

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Transportation  

By public transport or by foot
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Take the train to station Bussum-Naarden, then take the bus to Amsterdam and stop in Naarden Vesting. You can also walk, it's not that far, 2 km at the most. Only make sure you take the right path. I took what I believed was a shortcut but what definitely wasn't, and I was exhausted when I finally arrived in the town.

Updated Jul 15, 2004

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Shopping  

De Kringloper - Naarden: Still hunting records

De Kringloper - Naarden: Still hunting records, Naarden

 pieter_jan_v Says:  My hunt for records goes beyond record stores and fleamarkets. In the Netherlands are many so-called Kringloop shops, that give second hand goods a second life. Electronics are tested and repaired when needed. Other goods are sorted in re-sale and non sale items. This shop... 

Het Arsenaal: The interior is the mirror of one's soul!

Het Arsenaal: The interior is the mirror of one's soul!, Naarden

 Roeffie Says:  Het Arsenaal NaardenThe wellknown dutch interior designer Jan des Bouvries has one of his outlets here in Naarden-Vesting.The saying in the title is a matter of saying by Jan des Bouvries. He states that your interior tells a person who they really are.Opening hoursMon 13.00... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Nice Playpark for your kids!
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Playpark Oud Valkeveen

Playpark Oud Valkeveen

Nothing big, nothing special, but a play- and do park for children until 12 yrs. old. No fancy rollercoasters and that kind of attractions. Just plane old simple playing at a reasonable price.

Address
Speelpark Oud Valkeveen
Oud Huizerweg 2a
1411 GZ Naarden

Directions
To reach Playpark Valkeveen by car:
Follow the Highway A1 (Amersfoort/Amsterdam)
Turn off the A1 at exit nr.8 (Blaricum/Huizen)
Follow signs for Huizen
After about 3,5 km (2nd set of traffic lights) turn left
Follow the ANWB road signs
There are plenty of free parking spaces.

Opening Hours
29th March - 26th October
Daily from 10.00 - 17.00 hours
In July and August
Daily from 10.00 - 18.00 hours

Admission
Children up to 2 years: free
From 2 years: € 7,50
Senior 65+(with o.a.p. pass) € 6.50.

Updated Sep 15, 2003

Phone: +31 (0)35 - 69 44 223

Website: http://www.oudvalkeveen.nl

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Favorites  

Go to the VVV Naarden first for latest info!

Go to the VVV Naarden first for latest info!, Naarden

 Roeffie Says:  VVV NaardenIt is always good to inform yourselve. So go to the TIC or in dutch VVV to get the latest news on events etc.AddressVVV NaardenAdriaan Dortsmanplein 1B1411 RC Naarden-VestingTel. +31 (0)35-69 42 836Fax +31 (0)35-69 43 424E-mail naarden@vvvhollandsmidden.nl.... 

Naarden Town Hall

Naarden Town Hall, Naarden

 rozehill Says:  The Dutch Renaissance Architecture The Town Hall was built in 1601. It is used for council meetings, marriage ceremonies and cultural activities. 

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