Summer holidays in Wageningen
The summer holidays have begun. Time to relax, get out and about, and enjoy everything Wageningen has to offer. Lace up your trainers for a walk in the beautiful countryside, explore the area on two wheels, settle down on a sunny terrace, or let yourself be surprised by a fun event. Whether you’re on holiday in Wageningen, visiting for the day or simply staying at home: there’s always something to do. Check out the best activities below and make this summer a wonderful time.
A cosmopolitan stroll
Treat yourself to a ‘Worldly Walk’. You’ll stroll through the woods and floodplains of Wageningen. Before and after the walk, you can enjoy wines and tasty treats at Hotel de Wereld !
- A lovely cup of coffee or tea and a slice of cake on arrival
- Hotel de Wereld walk of 7 or 11 kilometres
- To round off your visit, enjoy a Boschendal wine tasting with a selection of canapés in the lounge or on the terrace
A complete day out for €29.95 per person.
Cosmopolitan Walk
Come aboard the Blauwe Bever
on a safari in the Netherlands! On the safari boat De Blauwe Bever, you’ll sail along the beautiful north bank of the Lower Rhine. From the open, covered upper deck, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the natural scenery along the riverbanks. And it gets even better when you disembark during the trip for a nature walk!
De Blauwe Bever
Walking and cycling
In and around Wageningen, you can enjoy walking and cycling. Explore our historic town centre. Search for traces of the Second World War. Stroll through the floodplains. Climb the Wageningse Berg or discover a beautiful tour along the cycle junctions.
Walking and cycling
Discover Wageningen with a Gilde guide
The Gilde Wageningen organises guided walks in and around Wageningen. Every weekend, you can join a walk to explore the city, the floodplains, the hill or the arboreta.
Out and about with a Gilde guide
Spark your imagination at Het Depot
Het Depot is well worth a visit....Art, nature, architecture and authentic cuisine blend seamlessly here. Het Depot sculpture gallery is housed in three different buildings in Wageningen, linked by two beautiful gardens: Arboretum De Dreijen and Arboretum Hinkeloord.
Discover Het Depot
Strolling through Arboretum Belmonte
up the Wageningsche Berg and stroll through the botanical gardens of Arboretum Belmonte, and enjoy the magnificent views from this unique piece of nature.
Belmonte Arboretum