Explore Bergen - Dijkstra hotels

Nature

Walking through the dunes

Forests, sandy trails and scenic viewpoints around Bergen.

Culture

Museum Kranenburgh

Visit Museum Kranenburgh in the artists' village of Bergen

Culture

Visit the Ruin Church

The Ruin Church is a 15th-century church in the centre of Bergen.

Activity

Bike rental

Explore the beautiful surroundings of Bergen by bike.

Activity

Steam train from Hoorn

Board a historic steam train and discover the North Holland countryside.

Culture

Cheese Market in Alkmaar

Experience Alkmaar's world-famous cheese market and its centuries-old traditions.

Activity

Sea Aquarium

Admire piranhas and reptiles, and discover fascinating fish and exciting sea creatures.

Beach Resort / Beach

Bergen aan Zee | North Sea

Beautiful sandy beach of Bergen aan Zee, just a 15-minute bike ride away.

Culture

Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar

Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar is one of the oldest museums in the Netherlands.

Culture

Traditional Dutch Heritage

Discover the history and traditions of Dutch shipping, fishing and cheesemaking.

Seaside Resort / Beach

Egmond aan Zee

Stroll along the boulevard with its shops and terraces, or visit the lighthouse.

City

Amsterdam

Take the train from Alkmaar and be in the heart of Amsterdam in just 35 minutes.

ACTIVITY

Walking through the Dunes

Bergen, Schoorl and the surrounding region are a paradise for walkers. Here you will find some of the highest and widest dunes in the Netherlands. Few places in the country offer such a variety of landscapes within such a short distance. Walk through dunes, forests, heathlands, past historic fortifications and much more. One of the most popular walking routes is the Duinheide Trail in Schoorl (purple route, 11 km).

Our tip: Visit the 51-metre-high Climbing Dune in the centre of Schoorl. Guaranteed fun for children.

CULTURE

Museum Kranenburgh

Museum Kranenburgh is well worth a visit in the artists' village of Bergen. Once you leave the museum and wander through the village or nearby forests, you'll understand why so many artists settled here more than 100 years ago. The remarkable greenery, the unique coastal light and the nearby dunes and beach have inspired painters, poets, composers and photographers for generations.

CULTURE

Visit the Ruin Church

The Ruin Church is a 15th-century church located on Raadhuisstraat in the lively centre of Bergen and offers plenty of opportunities for a pleasant outing with friends and family. The church is less than 500 metres from our hotels. During the summer, many events take place around the Ruin Church, including the weekly Saturday market, food events and the famous art markets. The village restaurants are happy to welcome you before or after your visit.

ACTIVITY

Bike Rental

Explore the beautiful surroundings of Bergen by bike. Cycle through forests towards the dunes of Bergen aan Zee and Schoorl, or follow the scenic routes to the historic cheese city of Alkmaar.
Bringing your own bike? Our secure bicycle storage behind the restaurant offers charging points for e-bikes, an electric pump and a garden hose to clean your bike after a day out.
Don't have your own bike? Rent one from Bonbon Bike (80 metres away) or Fahrradverleih Bergen (200 metres away). Both offer a wide range of bicycles, from e-bikes to children's bikes.
Click here to view the Bonbon Bike selection
Click here to view the Bicycle rental Bergen aan Zee
Furthermore, we also collaborate with Fahradverleih Bergen. You will find this bicycle rental right in the city center, approximately 200 meters from the Dijkstra Hotels. For guests of Hotel Joli, this rental company is slightly closer.

ACTIVITY

Steam Train from Hoorn

An adventurous journey through another era begins here. Enjoy the experience and travel aboard this historic steam train. The train runs between Hoorn, Medemblik and Enkhuizen. You can also combine your trip with a cruise across the IJsselmeer on a historic vessel. At the charming railway station, you'll step back in time by more than 100 years. Visit the signal box and workshop, and ask for the timetable at reception.

CULTURE

Cheese Market in Alkmaar

Thousands of visitors from around the world come to Alkmaar specifically to experience the famous cheese market. It is a unique spectacle featuring a square filled with cheese, traditional cheese carriers, merchants, farmers, cheese girls and horse-drawn carts. Together they bring this historic and musical performance to life. The show is presented in Dutch, German and English.

Our tip: Visit Alkmaar's famous cheese shop Henri Willig – Magdalenenstraat 4

ACTIVITY

Sea Aquarium

The renovated and expanded Sea Aquarium is home to more than 300 different species of fish. Journey through the Amazon jungle past piranhas and fascinating reptiles, and discover an incredible variety of fish and marine life. Be amazed by seahorses, starfish and clownfish. Stroke a ray at the Ray Reef and come face to face with sharks!

Dive in, discover, experience and be amazed. The Sea Aquarium is both fun and educational for young and old alike, whatever the weather.

SEASIDE RESORT / BEACH

Bergen aan Zee | North Sea

Looking for an unspoilt beach? You'll find exactly that on the beautiful sandy beaches of Bergen aan Zee, just 5 km away. During the day, relax with your feet in the sand, soaking up the sea and coastal atmosphere. We call it barefoot chic. In the evening, enjoy dinner with stunning sea views. Local chefs prepare their dishes using authentic regional ingredients, and of course, the fish comes fresh from the North Sea.

Our tip: Beachclub Hemingway's – reservations are recommended.

CULTURE

Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar

Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar is one of the oldest museums in the Netherlands and brings together people, art and history. The museum presents an impressive collection of historic and modern art, decorative arts and local history. Visitors interested in the Bergen School art movement will find plenty to enjoy here. The museum also features a permanent exhibition of masterpieces from the 17th century. In the exhibition "Alkmaar's Golden Age", you step into a world of prosperity, innovation and wealth.

CULTURE

Traditional Dutch Heritage

Discover the history and traditions of Dutch shipping, fishing and cheesemaking. Visit authentic Dutch villages and step back in time as you explore their rich heritage. From Bergen, drive through colourful flower bulb fields and visit historic villages where time seems to have stood still. Explore Edam, Volendam, Marken and Monnickendam, known for their churches and traditional wooden fishermen's houses. Continue to the Zaanse Schans and admire its iconic windmills, where the sails are still turning just as they did centuries ago.

Our tip: Enjoy a cup of coffee on the terrace of Auberge Damhotel in Edam.

SEASIDE/BEACH

Egmond aan Zee

Egmond aan Zee is the perfect seaside resort, home to one of the most beautiful sandy beaches in the Netherlands. Relax and unwind, enjoy the sea breeze, paddle in the water, fly a kite, build sandcastles or search for seashells. The village itself also has plenty to offer. Stroll along the boulevard lined with shops and cafés, visit the historic lighthouse or enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants while watching the sun set over the North Sea. In Egmond aan Zee, it's all possible.

CITY

Amsterdam

Take the train from Alkmaar and arrive in the heart of Amsterdam in just 35 minutes. No city is quite as colourful and diverse as Amsterdam, with its historic canals, monumental buildings and world-famous museums. Highlights include the Anne Frank House, the Van Gogh Museum, the Stedelijk Museum and the Rijksmuseum. You can also discover the city from the water with a canal cruise. Amsterdam is a paradise for shoppers, offering everything from luxury department stores such as De Bijenkorf to the many unique boutiques found in the famous Nine Streets district.

Our tip: Don't miss the Foam Museum (Photography Museum) – Keizersgracht 609.

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Breelaan 22, Bergen (NH)
+31 72 581 30 12
info@dijkstrahotels.com

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