Castles and country houses
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Castles & country houses
Discover Utrechts greatest!
Follow the footsteps of royalty, nobility and filmstars and discover all of the secrets of Utrechts castles and country houses.
Utrecht Region is home to several glorious castles and country estates that are known acros the country. Prosperous burghers and aristocrats built splendid country estates with dozens of unique interiors and art collections and gorgeous gardens. These magnificent examples are situated in the most scenic places in the landscape. At these historic sites, you will experience the authentic environs of the region with the finest castle museums and gardens.
Cycling along castles and country estates - 4 times beautiful cycling tours
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Follow the footsteps of emperor Wilhelm II - 33 km
Follow the footsteps of emperor Wilhelm II - 33 km
Discover the world of the armed forces and follow the footsteps of the emperor during this route across the Heuvelrug. You will pass the House Doorn estate and three castles: Amerongen Castle, Zeist Castle and Kerckebosch Castle.
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Cycling tour castles of the Green Hart - 64 km
Cycling tour castles of the Green Hart - 64 km
This scenic cycling route takes you through polders abounding in water and medieval watercourses. You will cycle past three castles: Woerden Castle, De Haar Castle and Montfoort Castle.
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Coutry Houses and Lakes Route - 36 km
Coutry Houses and Lakes Route - 36 km
A beautiful cycling route that starts in Oud-Zuilen and goes around the Maarssenveense and Loosdrechtse Lakes and along the meandering Vecht River. Cycle past the Geesberge Country Estate and Zuylen Castle.
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Royal route through the forest - 43 km
Royal route through the forest - 43 km
This route starts in the polder and then takes you into the lovely woods surrounding Baarn, Soestdijk Palace and the Soesterduinen nature reserve. You will also pass the Koppelpoort medieval gate and De Hooge Vuursche Castle.
Visit historic sites on foot - 4 times inspiring walking tours
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Hiking around Amerongen castle - 11 km
Hiking around Amerongen castle - 11 km
A walk along the borders, past the rose garden, the children’s playhouse and the beautiful trees, including a 3OO-year-old oak, is definitely worth the effort.
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Kromme Rijnpad - 29 km
Kromme Rijnpad - 29 km
The Kromme Rijnpad trail connects the centres of Utrecht and Wijk bij Duurstede for walkers. Stroll past Oud Amelisweerd Estate and end your walk at Duurstede Castle.
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Amersfoort citywalk - 5 km
Amersfoort citywalk - 5 km
The best way to explore Amersfoorts’ city centre is on foot. Put on your walking shoes and visit the magnificent medieval gate, the Koppelpoort
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Walk along the river Vecht at Slot Zuylen - 13 km
Walk along the river Vecht at Slot Zuylen - 13 km
A delightful walk featuring beautiful views and monumental estates along the river Vecht near Utrecht and Maarssen.