Late summer

In Batavia Stad Amsterdam Fashion Outlet you will find more than 250 national and international fashion brands such as Polo Ralpf Lauren, Nike, Michael Kors, Tommy Hilfinger, Guess and Hugo Boss who give a 70% discount on their collection. Experience 363 days a year 7 days a week, a complete shopping experience.

Visit Pantropica and experience an unforgettable journey through more than 25,000 m² of tropical gardens. Spot thousands of colorful butterflies in the largest butterfly garden in Europe, dream away under a cloud of innumerable 'floating' flowers, feed the clownish parrots and let the adventurer loose in you in the spectacular jungle playground or the brand new Jungletheater. Do not frighten past monkeys, red-tailed catfish, flying squirrels and hissing snakes.

There is a lot of variety in Spijk-Bremerberg. The variation in soil types, seepage water and grazing ensure this. New pieces of nature have been developed in various places. Beautiful places to enjoy countless dragonflies and birds.
Staatsbosbeheer has mapped out beautiful walking routes. The Boot path that starts at the exit of Bungalowpark de Bremerberg.

Eén van ’s werelds grootste overdekte zandsculpturen tentoonstellingen: Bijbelverhalen in zand. Met een oppervlakte van 5000 m², zo’n 4000 m³ zand, tientallen sluisdeuren, 1000 jaren oude olijfbomen, botters en beeldhouwwerken, komen de verhalen over onze cultuur van bijbels en botters tot stand.

At Hanneke's picking garden you can pick your own bouquet on a large piece of land in Biddinghuizen! You will receive a basket and a pair of scissors from Hanneke. Now you can choose the most beautiful flowers for a self-composed and original bouquet. In the spring, the Tulip picking garden is also open, where you can pull a bunch of tulips out of the ground. In the greenhouse you can drink a cup of coffee or tea with a treat, while enjoying the view of the blooming garden.

The centuries-old fortified town of Elburg is beautifully situated on the Veluwse randmeren. One of the Netherlands' most interesting Hanseatic cities. It used to be a bustling fishing town on the Zuiderzee. Today it is the ultimate starting point for tourists and culture lovers. Visit this beautiful old fortified town with historic fishing port.

Harderwijk is bustling! This beautiful contemporary city has more than 100 monuments, picturesque streets and attractive squares. Harderwijk - once located on the Zuiderzee - has been referred to as a Hanseatic city since 1252. There are even parts of the old wall, complete with impressive towers.

Until December 30, you can visit the Sand Sculpture Festival in Garderen, with a Sculpture Garden, lunchroom and Rose Garden. More than 200 images of sand, wood and concrete depict a theme. You walk past the statues in a fairytale-like environment, equipped with music and special effects.

In the museum you will experience the special story of the creation of Flevoland. Step into the time machine and meet the prehistoric Swifterbantman or get to work in the Water Theater. Here you can discover exactly how a polder works.

Experience the 17th century at the Batavia Yard! Here lies the authentic reconstruction of VOC ship Batavia. Enthausiastic volunteers guide you through the world of historic shipbuilding. Visit the ship the Batavia and listen to the most beautiful stories about life on board, the VOC and sea hero Michiel de Ruyter.

“The Artillery Museum”,  provides a striking picture of the history of the Arms of Artillery. Artillery is a collective term for everything that has to do with the operation of cannons and other artillery. Take a look at the history of the Dutch artillery!
The location has a magnificent view over the heath landscape of the North Veluwe.