The polders from Purmerend
Out of the town, into the polders - Purmerend: from fishing village to green gateway
Discover Purmerend's surroundings and beautiful polders. The town is the perfect base to explore the historic Beemster polder, among other things. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers vast landscapes, straight ditches and historic farms. Explore the serene countryside on foot or by bike and enjoy the peace and space. Purmerend and the surrounding polders are ideal for anyone who loves nature, culture and relaxation!
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Cycling & hiking
Start your adventure in Purmerend and discover the beautiful polders while cycling or walking. Enjoy vast landscapes, green fields and meandering ditches. The many routes lead past historical sights and picturesque panoramas!
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Regional products
Explore the Beemster and discover delectable local products such as Beemster cheese, fresh fruit from the land and artisanal dairy products. Be enchanted by the authentic flavours and enjoy the culinary diversity that makes Beemster so special.
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World heritage sites
We now count 13 Unesco World Heritage Sites in the Netherlands and no less than two World Heritage Sites come together in De Beemster. The Stelling van Amsterdam has been on this prestigious list since 1996 and in 1999 Droogmakerij de Beemster was added to it!
The Beemster
Discover De Beemster and get to know this extraordinary polder some 3.5 metres below sea level. No fewer than two Unesco World Heritage Sites come together here: De Beemster with its unique symmetrical allotment and the Dutch Waterline: the Defence Line of Amsterdam. But De Beemster has much more to offer!
With the children - Fun in nature
Discover playtime fun in and around Purmerend! For example, explore the Purmerbos with its adventurous playgrounds and beautiful walking routes through the forest. For water and sand play, the playground in Weidevenne is ideal. And don't forget Leeghwaterpark, where young and old can have fun with a skate park, playground and much more!
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Purmerbos
The Purmerbos near Purmerend is an ideal place for relaxation and adventure. Explore the winding footpaths that give you that real 'forest feeling' and discover the adventurous play forest with creep-and-creep-through passages for children. Who do you like to go to the forest with?
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Purmerland
In Weidevenne, you will find an adventure play paradise for children of all ages. It offers an impressive play ship for water and sand games and a challenging course across the water. Come along and discover the fun of this playground!
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Leeghwater Park
Explore the Leeghwater Park in Purmerend! With a skate park, playground and vast green areas, it provides the ideal setting for a day of family fun and relaxation. Wondering what all you can do? We have listed some tips for you!