Amersfoort day trips help to discover the natural and cultural landscape of Amersfoort—one of Netherlands’ biggest and most-populated cities. Amersfoort is also the commercial and administrative center of the Utrecht province. Ideally, Amersfoort day trips should consist of:

Visiting Koppelpoort & Muurhuizen

Amersfoort is a typical Dutch province with various kinds of mediaeval houses and large city gates. Visitors should visit the humongous, mediaeval-era gate, called the Koppelpoort. The gate is still functional and helps to control both land and water traffic into the city. The functioning of the Koppelpoort is a perennial favorite among the children. Young visitors love to stand aboard the huge, wheel-like structures as the wooden contraptions under them lazily chug to lock out the water or open the inlets. People can visit a group of ancient houses, popularly called the Muurhuizen. These houses were built during the early part of the 14^th century.

Visiting Old Men's Home

The name of this building may not sound very enthusiastic, but this is among the lesser-acknowledged jewels of the city. This establishment has been preserved for more than a century. It has been host to many historic and popular figures, ranging from World War heroes to movie stars. Further, the people currently residing here look upon themselves as living relics. Thus, they dress, talk and display mannerisms of the early 20th century, making this is a somewhat peculiar but memorable visit.

Visiting Amersfoort Concentration Camp

It may sound a bit disturbing to visit a concentration camp, but a visit to this camp helps to truly understand how World War II altered the lives of many Dutch people. This camp is located along the southern end of Amersfoort, near Leusden.