Overijssel

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are popular cities and villages in Overijssel?

  Popular cities to visit in the province of Overijssel include Zwolle, Deventer, Enschede, Kampen, and Giethoorn. Zwolle is both a historic and a trendy city. It invites you to go on a wonderful shopping spree, discover culture, and generally have a fantastic day. Deventer is a centuries old Hanseatic city with plenty of places to explore. Discover the city center with its many monuments, beautiful squares, and churches. You can also go shopping or seek out quieter area along the IJssel river. Enschede is a multifaceted city that has much to offer in terms of shopping, culture, and nightlife. Kampen is an old Hanseatic city. Its city center is drenched in history and boasts more than 500 monuments. You will also find the famous village of Giethoorn with its many waterways and bridges in Overijssel.

• What are fun outdoor activities in Overijssel?

  Among the most popular areas for outdoor activities in the province of Overijssel is National Park Weerribben-Wieden, the biggest stretch of peat bogs in northwestern Europe. It consists of lakes, ponds and channels interspersed with peat bogs, reed fields and beautiful forests. National Park De Sallandse Heuvelrug is a unique nature reserve in Overijssel. Here, you’ll find hilly landscapes and stunning healthlands. It is a fantastic area to seek out peace and quiet or go for an active cycling or hiking tour. Landgoed Twickel is one of the biggest country estates in the Netherlands. Here, centuries old forests, beautiful heathlands, and agricultural fields and meadows lie side by side. Twickel Castle can be found at the center of the estate surrounded by beautiful castle gardens. The Lemelerberg represents a unique nature experience. It is an extraordinary lateral moraine with sand plains, heathlands, and forests. A must-see if you love nature.

• What are great attractions and museums to visit in Overijssel?

  The province of Overijssel boasts a variety of museums and attractions. Avonturenpark Hellendoorn is hidden amid the beautiful forest and with over 30 top attractions and great shows is definitely a place to go with the entire family. Attractiepark Slagharen guarantees a fantastic experience. The amusement park features a range of attractions and different themes. Rijksmuseum Twenthe in Enschede is the museum that revolves around the imagination. It is a multifaceted museum with old and new art that stimulates your imagination. Museum de Fundatie in Zwolle is a leading museum for the visual arts. Visit this fantastic classical building for an impressive permanent collection and often surprising temporary exhibitions. You will also find the impressive Sassenpoort in Zwolle. This fourteenth century city gate is extremely photogenic and a highlight in Zwolle, so you should definitely see it if you visit the city.