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Discover Benelux | The Netherlands in 2020 | The Ultimate DestinationThere are so many wonderful regions of theNetherlands that it can be difficult to knowwhere to begin. Well, how about right atthe top – in Friesland? This unspoilt northerlyprovince boasts breathtaking coastalnature, not to mention the must-visit cityof Leeuwarden. The capital of the provinceof Friesland, it has everything fromvibrant shopping areas and cultural gemsto great nightlife. There are also more than600 monuments, so history buffs will notbe disappointed, either!PicturesqueNext on your list should be Amersfoort, anattractive city to the west of Amsterdamwhich is full of history. Admire the city’swell-maintained medieval buildings as youstroll the beautiful and compact city centre.You can also enjoy walking by the picturesquecanals and sampling local specialtiesin the city’s many charming cafésand restaurants.Leeuwarden.Heading into the centre of theNetherlands, the municipality ofVijfheerenlanden is full of hidden gems.Meaning literally ‘lands of five Lords’,the municipality was created on 1 Janu-ary 2019, through the merger of the formermunicipalities of Vianen, Leerdamand Zederik. There’s plenty to see anddo, with countless historical monumentsand scenic towns aplenty.HistoryAlso bursting with history is Nijmegen,a fascinating city in the province ofGelderland. Located close to theGerman border, Nijmegen is the oldestcity in the Netherlands, and in 2005 celebrated2,000 years of existence. Nijmegenand its surroundings form the perfectbackdrop for hiking, cycling, and running.An annual highlight is the ‘Vierdaagse’(Four Days March), which draws hikersfrom around the world every year.Down in the south of the Netherlands, liesthe peaceful municipality of Halderberge.There is so much to see, enjoy and do,whether you want to visit monumentalbuildings or go hiking amid the wonderfulcountryside.The great outdoorsMeanwhile, don’t miss the opportunity tosee Goeree-Overflakkee, the southernmostdelta island of the province of SouthHolland. With expanses of dunes andsandy beaches, not to mention beautifulnature reserves, Goeree-Overflakkee is aparadise for lovers of the great outdoors.Leeuwarden.Discover more about the top places tovisit in the Netherlands from page 32.Issue 71 | November 2019 | 29
Discover Benelux | The Netherlands in 2020 | The Ultimate DestinationBeach Noordwijk.Beach Noordwijk.30 | Issue 71 | November 2019
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