This vibrant city in the Veluwe is renowned for its beautiful nature, dolphinarium and its proximity to water. It's the perfect weekend getaway.
Whether you want to get away for a few days with the whole family, shop or let your hair down, Harderwijk has something for everyone. You will thoroughly enjoy your visit to this lovely port town.
Harderwijk joined the Hanseatic League in the 13th century and became a trading city, traces of which can still be found in the city today. Visit the historic centre or choose a special Hanseatic walking tour, a route that will take you along different historic buildings and squares.
Curious about the things you can do in Harderwijk? Walk around the port and look at the boats or book a tour on the Veluwemeer. There are also lots of things to see in the city centre, such as the Grote Kerk, the old Vischmarkt (fish market) and the 16th-century Linnaeustorentje.
Combine your city trip with a few days in nature. The city is on the edge of the Veluwe, a forest-rich ridge of hills and the largest push moraine complex in the Netherlands. Take the kids out for a day or hire a few bicycles and discover the diversity of this area's flora and fauna.
You can't leave Harderwijk without going to the Dolfinarium, the largest marine mammal park in the Netherlands! The park is on the water north of the centre of Harderwijk. Watch the walruses and dolphins from close up and see the seal show with the kids.
The centre of Harderwijk is fairly compact, making it easy to explore on foot. You can also hire a boat and spend an afternoon on the water. If you prefer to stay on land, hire bicycles for a day or explore the Veluwe on horseback!
Harderwijk's central location makes it very easy to reach by both car and train.
Thanks to its location near woods and water, Harderwijk is the perfect destination to enjoy a few days of nature.
