Discover Nijverdal

Nijverdal lies at the foot of the Sallandse Heuvelrug. The area is accessible on foot from Nijverdal. Buitencentrum Sallandse Heuvelrug is a starting point for an excursion to the Heuvelrug. Alongside this connection with nature, play, stargazing and history are different themes to consider when planning your trip.

Play and the starry sky

At Speelbos Sallandse Heuvelrug, there are opportunities to climb, scramble and swing. These include a play trail featuring the squirrel Jonas and his younger brother Joep. The characters give the trail its own setting; the activities mentioned show that movement and play are at its heart.

At Sterrenwacht Hellendoorn, visitors can choose other ways to observe the sky. On the south-facing Sky-walk platform, visitors can view the starry sky with the naked eye or with binoculars. The planetarium presents an approximately half-hour journey through the universe. The two experiences therefore differ in format: viewing the starry sky outdoors or following a journey through the universe in the planetarium.

History in Nijverdal

The Memory Vrijheidsmuseum in Nijverdal presents the Second World War through stories, special objects and interactive displays. It covers national and regional events, with a particular focus on the wartime history of Overijssel and Nijverdal. The museum also offers an interactive Kistjesroute for children aged 6 to 12. The museum thus focuses both on historical topics and on an activity specifically named for this age group.

The Vrijheidswandeling Nijverdal starts at Nijverdal railway station and includes a visit to the Memory Vrijheidsmuseum. The route tells the story of the liberation in the Sallandse Heuvelrug and Twents Reggedal area. There are many remains on the Sallandse Heuvelrug that recall the war and the liberation. Starting at the railway station and visiting the museum give the Vrijheidswandeling a tangible framework; its theme also extends beyond a single location.

Plan your journey and stay

Buitencentrum Sallandse Heuvelrug can be reached by public transport via Nijverdal NS railway station and by Syntus. As transport details can change, check the latest timetable information before travelling. The railway station is also the starting point of the Vrijheidswandeling Nijverdal, which includes a visit to the museum. This makes it possible to choose between a nature-focused excursion and a historical theme when planning, without assuming a walking time or a different route.

If you are looking for a hotel in Nijverdal, the purpose of your stay can help you decide: the Sallandse Heuvelrug is the obvious choice for nature excursions, while the museum and Vrijheidswandeling offer different points of interest for a historical focus. The play trail and observatory add further specific interests to the mix. You can first decide which of these themes you want to shape your trip.

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