Expansive meadows, peat bogs, lovely ponds, lakes and rivers, historic villages and cities, forts and farmsteads. That is the Green Heart of Holland! The Green Heart is the green oasis surrounded by the cities collectively known as the Randsteden in the central-western Netherlands. In addition to the green landscape, the Green Heart has much more to offer, from active excursions to relaxing and unique attractions. Stroll through the historic fortified town of Woerden, visit the country's wedding capital Montfoort or experience Oudewater, the picturesque and oldest town in the Green Heart. Meet up in IJsselstein and have a glimpse of what the Middle Ages were like. A wonderful region for a day trip, a weekend getaway or a full holiday.
Must sees - in the Green Heart
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National Glass Museum & Glass studio
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Montfoort Castle
Montfoort Castle -
The Windotter windmill
The Windotter windmill -
Cheese Warehouse
Cheese Warehouse -
The Wiches Weighouse
The Wiches Weighouse -
The Zouweboezem nature reserve
The Zouweboezem nature reserve
Villages and cities - in the Green Heart
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Woerden
Woerden
Discover Woerden
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IJsselstein
IJsselstein
Discover IJsselstein
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Montfoort and Oudewater
Montfoort and Oudewater
Discover Montfoort and Oudewater
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Between the rivers Lek and Linge
Between the rivers Lek and Linge
Discover between the rivers Lek and Linge
The best routes - in the Green Heart
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Historical tour Leerdam
Historical tour Leerdam
(4.0 km)
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In the footsteps of the French Army
In the footsteps of the French Army
(42.9 km)
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Between Lek and Linge cycle route
Between Lek and Linge cycle route
(49.0 km)
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Dutch IJsselroute
Dutch IJsselroute
3 hour (20.5 km)
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Walking tour Leerdam-Heukelum
Walking tour Leerdam-Heukelum
(8.6 km)
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Discover and Experience cycle route
Discover and Experience cycle route
(44.0 km)
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Verborgen Parels
Verborgen Parels
(54.2 km)
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Historical city walk Woerden
Historical city walk Woerden
1 hour (5.0 km)
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Pearls along the Linge
Pearls along the Linge
(12.0 km)
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Roman Limes route
Roman Limes route
1 hour 30 minutes (5.0 km)
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Glass route Leerdam
Glass route Leerdam
The best events - in the Green Heart
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Cheese Market
Cheese Market
until 24 August Woerden
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Guided tour through Vianen
Guided tour through Vianen
until 1 January 2026 Vianen
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Festival ’t Wonder
Festival ’t Wonder
14 and 15 June Woerden
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90's on the beach | Woerden
90's on the beach | Woerden
Friday 12 July Woerden
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Holiday week of Woerden
Holiday week of Woerden
16 until 24 August Woerden
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Akoestival & Kunstpark
Sunday 1 September Woerden
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Summerlake Festival
Summerlake Festival
Saturday 21 September Woerden
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Night of Woerden & Cow Market
Tuesday 22 October Woerden
Overnight stays - in the Green Heart
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PosthoornLodge
PosthoornLodge
3445 BAWoerden -
Best Western City Hotel
Best Western City Hotel
3445 ALWoerden -
Hotel 't Wapen van Harmelen
Hotel 't Wapen van Harmelen
3481 EKHarmelen -
De 4 jaargetijden
De 4 jaargetijden
3471 BSKamerik -
Camping 't Oortjeshek | Kamerik
Camping 't Oortjeshek | Kamerik
3471 HDKamerik -
Boer Bert
Boer Bert
3471 BMKamerik -
Camping Batenstein
Camping Batenstein
3443 APWoerden -
Camping de Boerinn
Camping de Boerinn
3471 GMKamerik -
B&B Diefdijk
Diefdijk 31
4143 MGLeerdam -
B&B Bon Vivre
3471 XGKamerik -
B&B Groene Meent
Meent 53
4141 ABLeerdam -
B&B aan de Lek
Buitenstad 58 a
4132 ACVianen -
Van Rossum Stadshotel
Van Rossum Stadshotel
3441 ATWoerden
- Vechtstreek
- Amersfoort
- Utrechtse Heuvelrug
- Kromme Rijnstreek
- Het Groene Hart
- Utrecht
- Spakenburg
- Nieuwegein
Utrecht Region
Vibrant cities and peaceful nature can be found right next to each other in the Utrecht Region. Combine the best of both worlds and discover what the region has to offer.
Vechtstreek
Everything in the Vecht region revolves around the most beautiful river of the Netherlands. Experience the region in a completely different way from the water!
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Amersfoort
Amersfoort has a remarkable historical city centre with a medieval atmosphere, but you can also enjoy the modern city life.
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Utrechtse Heuvelrug
The Utrechtse Heuvelrug is an oasis of peace just outside the Randstad conurbation. It is well-known for its stunning natural landscape, wealth of country estates and vibrant towns and villages.
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Kromme Rijnstreek
Here, you will find the Utrecht region's outdoors, at cycling distance from the city. It features country estates, sprawling natural landscapes, fruit orchards, the Kromme Rijn river and cultural history.
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Het Groene Hart
The Green Heart. Sprawling fields, moors, beautiful lakes and rivers, historical villages and cities, forts and farms. That is the Green Heart of Holland!
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Utrecht
Utrecht's wharf cellars are brimming with cosy cafés, trendy shops and restaurants. Once you start exploring, you can find all sorts of wonderful places.
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Spakenburg
Spakenburg is a lively village, and the Old Harbour is Spakenburg's soul. It makes you feel like you are walking through the living history of an old fishing village.
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Nieuwegein
Discover the young, dynamic city Nieuwegein with a surprisingly rich history, where old and new merge.
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