Loosdrecht is a wonderful place to enjoy and unwind. It is centrally located, making it a good base for a versatile holiday. Explore the beautiful surroundings by bike or discover the most beautiful spots from the water. A day trip to Amsterdam, Utrecht and Amersfoort is also possible.

Holidaying on the Loosdrechtse Plassen means enjoying water sports, tranquillity and nature in a vast, water-rich environment. Splendid marsh forests and reed beds alternate and lovers of walking, cycling, boating and canoeing in nature will be in their element here. Explore the Vuntus and Breukeleveense Plas and spot unusual birds and beautiful aquatic plants.

Sypesteyn Castle is an oasis of calm in the middle of the Vecht and Plassen area. The national monument has a beautiful garden and is perfect for a lovely walk and a cup of tea on the terrace. The castle has a fascinating art collection and is a must for porcelain lovers.

The country estates of ´s Graveland are a great destination for a relaxing bike ride. Set in a beautiful green landscape, these historic estates offer a mix of nature and culture. As you cycle past stately mansions and sprawling gardens, you can enjoy the tranquillity and beauty of the surroundings. Along the way, there are several places to take a break, such as cosy tea gardens and picnic spots.

Ankeveen is a picturesque village in beautiful, natural surroundings. You can enjoy walking and cycling along the Ankeveense Plassen, a popular area for birdwatchers. In winter, people often skate on the lakes if the ice is thick enough. The village also has a few cosy cafés and restaurants for a bite and a drink.

The Bicycle Boat is the hop-on-hop-off sailing connection between Vreeland and Oud-Zuilen, ideal for cyclists and walkers. The cycle boat has six stops in the old villages of Nieuwersluis, Loenen, Vreeland,Breukelen, Maarssen and Oud Zuilen. All mooring locations are close to cycle junctions.

Explore the watery surroundings of the Loosdrechtse Plassen and the Vecht as skipper of an aluminium sloop? Step aboard and enjoy an unforgettable day on the water with friends and family. Check out the possibilities >

The Loosdrechtse Plassen area has many beaches where you can enjoy swimming in deep and shallow water in summer. Other great places are the Spiegelplas, the Zomerkade in Huizen, or the play beach in Muiderberg.

Are your children real water rats? Near Loosdrecht, there are many fun swimming pools where they can play and swim. In the woods of Baarn there is a lovely outdoor swimming pool suitable for young and old. Sheltered between woods and heathland, Huizen also has a nice swimming pool with a diving tower, diving pit and large family slide.

The Bicycle Boat is the hop-on-hop-off sailing connection between Vreeland and Oud-Zuilen, ideal for cyclists and walkers. The cycle boat has six stops in the old villages of Nieuwersluis, Loenen, Vreeland,Breukelen, Maarssen and Oud Zuilen. All mooring locations are close to cycle junctions.

Sypesteyn Castle is an oasis of calm in the middle of the Vecht and Plassen area. The national monument has a beautiful garden and is perfect for a lovely walk and a cup of tea on the terrace. The castle has a fascinating art collection and is a must for porcelain lovers.

At Soestdijk Palace, you can learn all kinds of things about the Netherlands. In interactive exhibitions you will discover the history of the royal family and the palace. For children, there are playful treasure hunts to explore the estate. Afterwards, you can relax in the café overlooking the beautiful gardens.

Singer Laren is a museum and theatre in atmospheric Laren, known for its collection of modern and contemporary art. You can admire changing exhibitions and enjoy performances in the theatre. For children, there is an interactive discovery tour through the museum, where they learn about art through play. In the sculpture garden, you can enjoy art outdoors.

A visit to Muiderslot Castle is also worthwhile; you go back to the Middle Ages and imagine yourself among knights, swords and armour.

The Nederlands Vestingmuseum is located on a heritage site from the 17th century and is still largely in its original state. On the outdoor grounds, you can stroll in park-like surroundings and enjoy the beautiful view of the fortifications. In the casemates, check out the museum's changing exhibitions. 

Are your children real water rats? Near Loosdrecht, there are many fun swimming pools where they can play and swim. In the woods of Baarn there is a lovely outdoor swimming pool suitable for young and old. Sheltered between woods and heathland, Huizen also has a nice swimming pool with a diving tower, diving pit and large family slide.

Take the kids to the Beekeepery, where you will see and learn how a colony of bees lives. You get a guided tour of the garden and can taste the best honey.

In the middle of the nature of the Goois Natuurreservaat, you can find Speelbos ‘t Laer. It is a popular playground for children with only natural play elements such as a stream, a tree-trunk path, hollow paths and much more. Children can spend hours having fun with sand, water, boulders, climbing trees and building huts.

Need a relaxing bite to eat in a restaurant where the kids can also have fun? Buitengewoon de Bosrand is a fine restaurant to eat pancakes with the kids after a nice walk in the woods or bike ride. Brasserie Zonnestraal is a child-friendly restaurant, where dogs are also welcome. You can also have a delicious breakfast here and it is within walking distance of the park. At Buiten in de Kuil, children can play in the pit while you keep an eye on them from the terrace with its lounge sofas. A tip for a nice lunch in the woods is Theehuis ‘t Hooge Erf. Walk straight into the forest here after a delicious homemade soup or sandwich.

Take a walk with alpacas at the Gooische Alpaca Farm.

The Adventure Factory in Loosdrecht offers more than 50 different indoor and outdoor activities such as laser gaming, LED bowling, solex driving or a survival track. Fun for two but also for a larger group during a family weekend.

Coronel offers plenty of adventure with an exciting indoor go-kart track, the largest indoor laser game arena in the Netherlands and unique escape rooms. You will also find an 18-hole glow mini-golf course, Europe's most challenging indoor climbing forest and unique bowling alleys.

Singer Laren is a museum and theatre in atmospheric Laren, known for its collection of modern and contemporary art. You can admire changing exhibitions and enjoy performances in the theatre. For children, there is an interactive discovery tour through the museum, where they learn about art through play. In the sculpture garden, you can enjoy art outdoors.

A visit to Muiderslot Castle is also worthwhile; you go back to the Middle Ages and imagine yourself among knights, swords and armour.

For small children, there are several petting zoos in the area, such as De Warande and De Meent. At Hoeve Ravenstein, you can help out with the farmer, do crafts or play real-size cow memory.

At Spelekids you can slide, climb, spin, jump and much more. For parents, there is a nice workplace with free Wi-Fi and good coffee.

Need to burn off some energy? In the monumental Clemenskerk church in Hilversum, you can let off steam at Flight Deck 53, a trampoline and freerunning park.

Playground Oud Valkeveen has been a household name in Loosdrecht for 95 years. There is a large playground, a theatre and its own beach. In bad weather, you can visit the large indoor play hall. 

Hilversumsche Golf Club is located in the middle of the forest and heathland so characteristic of the Gooi region. The forest course is over 100 years old and its historical character can be found on all holes. You can come and play golf here on weekdays as a day player.

A day trip to Utrecht or Amersfoort is perfect for a cosy getaway. You can enjoy shopping in atmospheric shopping streets full of boutiques and well-known brands. There are countless great places to have lunch, from trendy cafés to cosy restaurants. Culture lovers can visit interesting museums, such as the Centraal Museum in Utrecht or the Mondrian House in Amersfoort. Enjoy the charming canals and historic buildings.

Amsterdam is less than half an hour's drive from Suitelodges Gooilanden. Visit famous museums such as the Rijksmuseum or the Van Gogh Museum for art and culture. Take a canal cruise to discover the city from the water. For children, explore at the NEMO Science Museum or spot wild animals at Artis Zoo. End the day with shopping in the Nine Streets area or a bite to eat in one of the cosy cafés.

Take the kids to the Beekeepery, where you will see and learn how a colony of bees lives. You get a guided tour of the garden and can taste the best honey.

Take a walk with alpacas at the Gooische Alpaca Farm.

For small children, there are several petting zoos in the area, such as De Warande and De Meent. At Hoeve Ravenstein, you can help out with the farmer, do crafts or play real-size cow memory.