Overview
Alphen aan den Rijn is a historic Dutch town on the Old Rhine with 2000 years of continuous habitation. The town is situated in the Green Heart of the Randstad, within a half-hour drive of Amsterdam, Utrecht, Rotterdam, and The Hague, making it an accessible side trip for those exploring the western Netherlands.
Cycling · Day Trips · History · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Connectivity
Mobile coverage is excellent as in most of the Netherlands. Dutch SIM cards are readily available from providers like KPN, Vodafone, and T-Mobile.
Money
The Netherlands uses the Euro (EUR). Credit and debit cards are widely accepted throughout the country.
Safety
Alphen aan den Rijn is a safe, residential Dutch town with low crime rates typical of the Netherlands.
Transport
Alphen aan den Rijn is a 30-minute drive from Amsterdam, Utrecht, Rotterdam, and The Hague. Train access via NS Sprinter (8600/8700) to Leiden and Gouda, and Intercity (8800) between Leiden and Utrecht.