Overview
Harderwijk is a small historic Dutch town on the Veluwemeer lake, most famous for housing the Dolfinarium, the largest marine mammal park in Europe. The town makes for an easy day trip from Amsterdam or as a stopover when exploring the Veluwe region, offering a glimpse into Dutch medieval history as a former Hanseatic League member.
Day Trips · Family Travel · History · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Language
Dutch is the local language. English is widely spoken in tourist areas and hotels.
Money
The Netherlands uses the Euro (€). ATMs are available in town. Credit cards are accepted at most hotels and restaurants.
Transport
Harderwijk has a train station on the NS route between Amersfoort and Zwolle. The A28 motorway provides road access.