What should I not miss in Amersfoort?
Are you ready to discover historic Amersfoort? In the many monuments, streets and canals you can feel the medieval city come alive. From the Koppelpoort, Our Lieve Vrouwetoren to De Nieuwe Stad. We'll show you which sights in Amersfoort and its surroundings you really don't want to miss.
5x historical sites in Amersfoort
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Our Lieve Vrouwetoren
Our Lieve Vrouwetoren
Climb the towerThis magnificent late medieval tower (measuring over 98 meters) is the cadastral centerpiece of the Netherlands.
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Muurhuizen
Muurhuizen
That's what I want to see!In this neighborhood you imagine yourself in the Middle Ages. The houses were built out of the remains of the old city wall from around 1500.
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Koppelpoort
Koppelpoort
Discover the KoppelpoortThis fairytale land and water gate, the only one in the Netherlands, from 1425 was part of the former city wall.
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Monnikendam
Monnikendam
Plan your visitAround 1420, the Monnikendam water gate was built and today it includes a restaurant.
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Sint Joriskerk
Sint Joriskerk
View the churchCentral to the beautiful historic center is the Sint Joriskerk. Will you spot the dragon belonging to this church?
Discover the best places in downtown with the downtown route!
A wonderful day out through downtown and nature in Amersfoort. Stroll through the beautiful city center and check out the most beautiful places Amersfoort has to offer!
TEMPORARY art in Amersfoort
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Object Trouvé
from March 1 @ Amersfoort Central Station
On March 1, 2024, the OBJECT TROUVE project was placed and unveiled at Amersfoort Central Station. Artist Hans van Bentem created three sculptures in collaboration with Amersfoort artists Bram Petraeus & Lisa Bast after winning the 2022 Open Call visual arts.
Do you already know these Amersfoort spots?
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De Nieuwe Stad
De Nieuwe Stad
An industrial atmosphere and rich history, which you can still taste in places like the former Prodent Factory.
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Eemhaven
Eemhaven
A unique place near the centuries-old Koppelpoort and the Eemplein. Enjoy the atmosphere, ships and water.
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Cotton printing in the Full Mill
Cotton printing in the Full Mill
Built in 1645, the Volmolen is the symbol of the city's centuries-long textile industry.
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The Isselt
The Isselt
The perfect place to do your vintage shopping and sample Amersfoort beer at Rock City.
Also visit these monuments
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Kamp Amersfoort
Kamp Amersfoort
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Birthplace of Piet Mondrian
Birthplace of Piet Mondrian
Shoot the perfect picture during the photo tour
We have mapped out a photo route for you in Amersfoort, the most photogenic city in the Netherlands. Check out all the hotspots and take great photos here.
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Monumental Amersfoort
Did you know that there are more than 500 national monuments and more than 150 municipal monuments in Amersfoort? So plenty to discover!
