Naarden, Netherlands

Naarden

A star-shaped fortress town ringed by double moats.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Naarden

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the star-shaped ramparts and the double ring of moats, a full loop takes about an hour.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Dutch Fortress Museum inside the old bastion, with its cannons and underground casemates.
  3. EveningHave dinner in one of the small restaurants inside the fortress walls.

Day 2

Cycle to Muiden castle on the IJmeer, or take the 20-minute train to Amsterdam.

What to eat

Pancakes and a local Gooi beer.

Local tips

Make the most of Naarden

Beat the crowds

Calm on weekdays. Weekends are busier.

Best photo spot

The star-shaped walls from the air, or the moats from the bastions.

Getting there

Trains run to Naarden-Bussum, then a short bus or walk.

Don't miss nearby

Muiden Castle and the Vecht river.

Good to know

Walk along the bastions for the best view of the fortress shape. There's a fortress museum inside.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Naarden

Getting there

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)25 km away
  • Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)60 km away
  • Amsterdam19 km away
  • Utrecht25 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture, Nature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryNetherlands

Questions

Naarden: good to know

Is Naarden worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and nature. A star-shaped fortress town ringed by double moats.

How many days do you need in Naarden?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Naarden?

You can visit all year. Calm on weekdays. Weekends are busier.

How do you get to Naarden?

The nearest airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), about 25 km away. Trains run to Naarden-Bussum, then a short bus or walk.

What is there to see near Naarden?

Nearby hidden places include Amsterdam (19 km), Utrecht (23 km) and Edam & Volendam (25 km).

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