Overview
Gorinchem is a small fortified town in South Holland's Groene Hart region that has largely escaped mass tourism. The historic town center retains its 14th-century character with seven gates and 23 towers, while the surrounding flat polder landscape offers excellent cycling through windmill-dotted countryside of rivers and dikes.
Architecture · Cycling · Day Trips · History · Museums
Before you go
Connectivity
The Netherlands has excellent mobile coverage and WiFi availability. Dutch SIM cards are readily available if needed.
Money
The Netherlands uses the Euro (€). Credit and debit cards are widely accepted throughout the country. ATMs are available in town.
Transport
Gorinchem has train connections on the Breda-Rotterdam line and lies on Rijksweg 15 (E31) and Rijksweg 27 (E311) for road travel. A local ferry (Riveer) connects to Woudrichem across the Merwede.
Weather
The flat polder landscape offers little shelter from wind or rain. Cycling gear should account for changeable Dutch weather, with layers and rain protection essential year-round.