At just a stone’s throw from Amsterdam, Utrecht and Hilversum lies the friendly town of Vinkeveen. The area offers a broad variety of boating, biking and walking routes. Along meandering streams, (the Waver, the Winkel and the Kromme Mijdrecht), beautiful castles (Haarzuilens and Slot Loenersloot), scenic villages (Abcoude and Baambrugge) and through national reserves known for its precious birds (Botshol and Waverhoek). Discover it yourself!
NATURE AND WATER SPORTS
Vinkeveen is known for its Plassen (lakes). Due to its central location it is a popular and cherished area for water sport enthusiasts and holiday-makers. The lake contains 12 islands that form ideal spots for numerous activities alongside and on the water: swimming, boating, sailing, diving, fishing, waterskiing, kayaking, etc.
Nonetheless serenity, space and nature remain the key words of the Vinkeveense Plassen. The story of how the lakes came into being is a startling history and the wholesome water is one of the purest in the Netherlands. Vinkeveen offers more than you can think of, that’s for sure! Come, discover and enjoy.
IN THE CENTER OF ...
Vinkeveen is situated near highway A2 and provincial road N201, making it a very favorable and central location. A trip to one of the nearby villages and cities is easily planned:
Amsterdam at less than 20 km (world famous museums, canals, etc.) and Utrecht at only 25 km (attractive shopping city, historic attractions, etc.). But also Hilversum at 19 km (the Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision), Woerden at 20 km (historical city center), castle Haarzuilens at 10 km and Schiphol International Airport at 20 km. Visiting a concert or event in the Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam ArenA or Heineken Music Hall? Stay in Vinkeveen for the night and safe yourself the stress and high costs of a city hotel.
From Vinkeveen to...
Amsterdam: 20 min.
Utrecht: 25 min.
Hilversum: 20 min.
Woerden: 20 min.
Mijdrecht: 5 min.
SIGHTSEEING VINKEVEEN
‘Cathedral of the De Ronde Venen’. That’s how the large church, visible from kilometers away, is popularly called. This very beautifully restored church is absolutely worth a visit. Climb the tower and enjoy a magnificent view of the area.
At museum De Ronde Venen you are taken to the early days of this startling region. Grinding mill the Veenmolen offers you an insight in the life of a miller and the castles De Haar and Loenersloot are two of the most charming castles of the Netherlands.
Fort Abcoude is part of the Stelling van Amsterdam, a 135 km long defense line.
Please mind: Not all attractions are open every day. Check the concerning websites for accurate opening hours.
GRINDING MILL ‘DE VEENMOLEN’
Oudhuijzerweg 109, 3648 AB Wilnis - 0031(0)6 28685106, www.deveenmolen.nl
VILLAGE OF WILNIS www.jevindthetinwilnis.nl
ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, VINKEVEEN
Kerklaan 2, 3645 EV Vinkeveen - 0031(0)297 261462, www.heilighartvinkeveen.nl
FORT ABCOUDE
Molenweg 19, 1391 CG Abcoude - 0031(0)294 281901, www.natuurmonumenten.nl
LOENERSLOOT CASTLE
Rijksstraatweg 211, 3634 AL Loenersloot - 0031(0)294 291379, www.utrechtslandschap.nl
DE HAAR CASTLE
Kasteellaan 1, 3455 RR Haarzuilens - 0031(0)30 6778515, www.kasteeldehaar.nl
EXCELLENT RESTAURANTS
A cycling tour through the polder, a long walk or a boat trip – being outdoors gives good appetite! Complete your day with a healthy dinner. Or just coffee, a glass of wine, High Tea or a take-away. Looking for typical Dutch pancakes or the best ice cream in town? Vinkeveen has it. And very affordable too!
Stunning locations
Take a seat with a view over the lakes, alongside bicycle and walking routes or outside at a sunny terrace. All restaurants in Vinkeveen have one thing in common: they offer you good food in a natural atmosphere. Have yourself a whale of a time!
BAR-EATERY ‘T KRUYTVAT
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 263295, www.kruytvat.nl
CAFE-RESTAURANT BON
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)294 281394, www.bonvinkeveen.nl
CAFE-RESTAURANT DE HAVEN
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 265308, www.dehavenvinkeveen.nl
CAFE-RESTAURANT DE VEENSTEKER
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 262686, www.veensteker.nl
CAFE-RESTAURANT DE VIERSPRONG
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)294 295450, www.viersprong.nu
EATERY DE SCHANS
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 261425, www.eetcafedeschans.nl
HOTEL RESTAURANT VILLA LOKEEND
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)294 291544, www.villalokeend.nl
ICE CREAM DE IJSBEER
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 265676, www.ijssalon-vinkeveen.nl
KWALITARIA VINKEVEEN
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 776688, www.vinkeveenkwalitaria.nl
PANCAKE RESTAURANT HET VOORDEK
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 212067, www.hetvoordek.nl
S’ ANDERS ETEN EN DRINKEN
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 261075, www.sandersetenendrinken.nl
SUSHISTOP
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 776900, www.sushi-stop.nl
SPEND THE NIGHT(S) IN VINKEVEEN
Escaping from the busy city or just looking for an affordable overnight stay in a rural area? De Ronde Venen offers a diverse assortment.
Various possibilities
Hotels, motels and bed & breakfast addresses can be found within a radius of 10 kilometer. Get local at a farmhouse camping or in an authentic gypsy caravan with private pier, chalet or houseboat with terrace and view over the lake.
The lovely area of the Vinkeveense Plassen, the variety of activities and the vicinity of the big city won’t allow you a moment of boredom.
B&B AAN DE BOVENLANDEN
Wilnis, 0031(0)6 20037505, www.aandebovenlanden.nl
B&B HET THEEPOTJE
Wilnis, 0031(0)297 282609, www.theepotjewilnis.nl
B&B OUT IN THE GARDEN
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 261990, www.vinkeveenhaven.nl
B&B VILLA OLDENHOFF
Abcoude, 0031(0)6 24684399, www.villaoldenhoff.nl
BOUTIQUE HOTEL DE WITTE DAME
Abcoude, info@hoteldewittedame.nl, www.hoteldewittedame.nl
FARMHOUSE CAMPING DEMMERIK
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 264465 / 0031(0)6 15584095 www.boerderijcampingdemmerik.nl
CAMPING BOTSHOLLAND
Waverveen, 0031(0)297 582348, www.botsholland.nl
HOTEL RESTAURANT VILLA LOKEEND
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)294 291544, www.villalokeend.nl
JACHTHAVEN AND MOTEL BORGER
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 261245, www.jachthavenborger.nl
VVP VERHUUR/VISSERSLUST
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)6 52025555, www.vvpverhuur.nl
BOATING ON THE UNIQUE LAKES
Boating on the Vinkeveense Plassen is an unforgettable experience. The stunning nature and extremely clear water form a much cherished aquatic sports area. Boat renting is possible at different locations. An (electric) sloep, motor boat or one of the many sailing boats. But also canoes, pedal boats and rowing-boats.
Enjoy
The Vinkeveense Plassen are so large, you won’t be bothered by any crowd. There are 12 public islands to visit by boat for a pick-nick, sunbath, ball game, etc. Moreover the inner city of Amsterdam is quickly and easily reached by meandering streams like the Winkel and the Waver. But also a boat trip to Utrecht via one of the most beautiful rivers of the Netherlands - the Vecht - is a possibility.
CAFE-RESTAURANT BON
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)294 281394, www.bonvinkeveen.nl
EBIM SERVICE. BOAT-RENTALS
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 262983, www.ebim-service.nl
G.KLINKHAMER WATERSPORT
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)294 291545, www.gklinkhamer.nl - www.feestopdeplas.nl
JACHTHAVEN AND MOTEL BORGER
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 261245, www.jachthavenborger.nl
VINKEVEEN HAVEN
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 261990, www.vinkeveenhaven.nl
VVP VERHUUR/VISSERSLUST
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)6 52025555, www.vvpverhuur.nl
RELAX (ACTIVELY) OR SHOPPING
Prefer something more active or totally different? The area offers possibilities to go: SUP, diving, fly boarding, kickbiking or luxuriously shopping in Vinkeveen or Mijdrecht - taking your stay in Vinkeveen to the next level.
DIVING | HET DUIKHUIS
Vinkeveen, by appointment: 0031(0)297 261990, www.vinkeveenhaven.nl
FLYBOARDING | FLYBOARD SUCCES
Vinkeveen, by appointment: 0031(0)6 11182709, www.flyboardsucces.nl
KICKBIKE | VINKEVEEN HAVEN
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 261990, www.vinkeveenhaven.nl
LUXURIOUS SHOPPING (1000M2) | LUTZ FASHION
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)297 212121, www.lutz.nl
SHOPPING | SHOPPING MIJDRECHT
Center of Mijdrecht, www.shoppingmijdrecht.nl
STAND UP PADDLING | TOPSURF VINKEVEEN
Vinkeveen, 0031(0)294 291 812, www.topsurf.nl