Location: De Meern
Top Things to do in De Meern
Top Restaurants in De Meern
Top 10 Things to do in De Meern, The Netherlands
De Meern is a village in the Dutch province of Utrecht. It is part of the municipality of Utrecht, and lies 6 km west of the middle of the city. Before 2001 the villages De Meern, Vleuten and Haarzuilens formed a municipality called Vleuten-De Meern. On 1 January 2001 this municipality was incorporated in the city (and municipality) of Utrecht. Since 1999 the number of inhabitants of De Meern has increased from about 10,000 to 21,000.
Restaurants in De Meern
1. Canals area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Rallie S - Stirling, United Kingdom
There are lots of cafes, bars and shops of all types (incl. antiques) along the canals, as well as more quiet areas, so there is something for everyone. Mostly it's less crowded than Amsterdam although in the centre it could get quite busy (beware of the cyclists). The old houses along the canals are beautiful. It's definitely a lovely walk.
2. Castellum Hoge Woerd
Overall Ratings
4 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By RHAHJ - Nijmegen, The Netherlands
This place is all about the Roman boat that was excavated in the early 2000s. The boat has been very nicely preserved, although the upper parts have vanished over the years that it lay in the water. Many tools and other items were found in closets on the boat, giving a good idea of life on board. One can walk around the boat on ground level, but also on a gallery spiralling around the boat. The tools are displayed along this gallery. There is written information about the boat and the Roman presence here, all around the boat. On the ground floor, there is a movie about the excavation. Around one of the entrances there are a few items found around the castellum. The building itself is in the shape of a castellum, although the materials are probably not realistic. There is a kitchen inside the building. Outside there is a reconstruction of a Roman guard tower. Entrance is free, so not to miss when you're in the area.
3. Kasteel de Haar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 732 reviews
Reviewed By jpcalo8 - West Virginia
This castle was rebuilt to its very impressive stature to include a moat and fully functioning draw Bridges. it is winter and the Gardens are impeccable but we missed the flowers of spring and summer.
The benefit of visiting now, no crowds and our visit seemed like a private tour. The staff is very knowledgeable and eager to answer all questions. This is the castle to visit.
4. SpaSereen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By Ike-rangel
My girlfriend and I find that this is the best spa in the area. But we believe the my should raise the prices, at the moment there are a lot of people going and not respecting the rules of silence. The staff seems not to take measures, so instead of feeling relaxed and quiet, it feels crowded and noisy.
The premises are very good and the food is ok. Not the best wine selection though.
5. Spakenburg Saturday Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By presdient - Sydney
We were staying in Amersfoort and caught the public bus to Bunschoten-Spakenburg. Spakenburg is an old fishing village which is now a bit inland, due to land reclamation. Just looking from the bus at the houses, churches, canals, and parks, was interesting. The Saturday Market in Spakenburg sells all the usual stuff of a Dutch open market. There are a lot of tourists in Spakenburg, and they are almost all Dutch. There are very few foreigners- which makes it more attractive to visit. We took the small tourist tram for a ride around Spakenburg- the commentary is only in Dutch, and the driver couldn't speak English- but it was fun. Afterwards, we did what the Dutch do- we had a herring (haring) with chopped onion (I think it was raw- delicious like sashimi) and then had an icecream.
I recommend visiting Spakenburg on a Saturday , or any other day.
6. Rietveld Schroder House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 303 reviews
Reviewed By bonsi7 - Bardolino
One-of-a-kind Rietveld house. All of the downstairs rooms have an external door. The panels that closed at the end of the day are fantastic, cutting off part of the external light. A 30 minutes' walk from the center of town should not put you off. Entrance is a bit expensive, but includes the entrance fee to the Central Museum (on the same day). The tour includes an audio guide backed up by a well informed live guide.
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By toontje54 - Vleuten, The Netherlands
This church used to be a meeting point. But now there are onlyoldfashion services. Old habits are coming back and it's like they are living in the 60th again.
By a memorial service, babtism or marriage the service should be close to the peoples it is about. But there is less possibility for personal input
8. Dom Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Antonija R
There is no better way to see Utrecht other than the Don Tower. I don’t get visitors from my home country frequently but as soon as someone comes I take him/her there. The Dom Tower has a history spread through several centuries but moreover it has a culture represented through 14 bells and old organ. It allows a great view over Utrecht and when the weather allows it Amsterdam can be seen.
9. Botanic Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 161 reviews
Reviewed By ChockaLife - Denver, Colorado
This is not a very large or extensive garden but it's lovely. Located over by the university science area it's not the best looking part of town. I would give this a kind of average because if you go out into the Dutch countryside you'll see far lovelier areas. Hint: Museum Oud Amelisweerd or Fort Rhijnauwen offers far more lovely Gardens.
10. Bloemenmarkt, Janskerkhof, Utrecht
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 135 reviews
Reviewed By TJX05 - Singapore, Singapore
The flowers here were very pretty. We wanted to buy some tulips home. The vendors were selling 50 pieces for 5 euro. Unfortunately, we still had 2 more days to spend in the Netherlands so we didn't buy them here. We bought them in Amsterdam paying double the price.
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