Discover what there is to do in Haarlemmermeer
The special polder landscape of Haarlemmermeer is the ideal place to relax. From forests and recreational areas to endless dikes and beautiful lakes — you'll find it all here! In addition to nature, there are 31 villages and hamlets. Here you will find special monuments such as the forts of the Defense Line of Amsterdam. Discover the cozy restaurants, cafes, museums and shops. In Haarlemmermeer you never get bored!
Discover Cultural Haarlemmermeer
During the weekend of October 7 and 8, there will be plenty to do in the field of art and culture.
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Dirk Molenaar from the Kleine Vennep Estate
Dirk Molenaar was born and raised in Nieuw-Vennep. To be precise: on the De Kleine Vennep farm. Dirk is a farmer in ..
Fort near Heemstede: a neighborhood park with military heritage
Fort Heemstede is part of the Defense Line of Amsterdam and is located in the village of Cruquius. Along the Ringvaart of the ..
Eight fun playgrounds in Haarlemmermeer
For children, playing outdoors is extremely important and, above all, a lot of fun. In Haarlemmermeer his many toys are ..
This is where you want to go: nice boutiques in Haarlemmermeer
Did you know that there are many nice boutiques in the municipality? So if you are shopping for a day, don't choose ..
Eveleens Paling: love for the profession and hospitality
In the small village of Burgerveen you will find Eveleens Paling (by Boschypaling), run by the young couple Romy and Marco. She..
CoffeeJeep: the best coffee on wheels
Entrepreneur and barista Erik Ruts combines the beautiful things in life. Coffee, good conversations, nature, and a beautiful ..
SUP Center Kaag: SUP in Buitenkaag
Looking for a fun sporting activity in Haarlemmermeer? Get on a SUP board! The watery surroundings of Haarlem..
Five places where you can rollerblade in Haarlemmermeer
Haarlemmermeer not only offers cyclists and walkers beautiful places to recreate, roller skaters can also endlessly ..
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Orchid Route
The Orchid Route takes you past places in the center of Hoofddorp where in May, June and..
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The villages of Haarlemmermeer
Vijfhuizen: vibrant village known from EXPO Greater Amsterdam
Vijfhuizen is located between Hoofddorp and Haarlem. The only village that existed before the reclamation of the Haarlemmermeer. V..
Leimuiderbrug: discover this cozy village on the Ringvaart
Leimuiderbrug is a small village in the municipality of Haarlemmermeer, just above the village of Leimuiden. Leimuider Bridge is located..
Abbenes: special polder village in Haarlemmermeer
Abbenes is a small village between Nieuw-Vennep and Buitenkaag, located on the Hoofdvaart. The name of this polder village comes ..
Boesingheliede: a small village well known among plane spotters
Boesingheliede is a small place in the north of Haarlemmermeer. Do you want to know exactly how small this village is? Boesi..
't Kabel: picturesque village with railway house and riding school
Curious about the most picturesque spot in Haarlemmermeer? You will find it east of Nieuw-Vennep, called 't Kabe..
Rozenburg: the hotspot of North Holland for plane spotters
Near Hoofddorp, between Rijsenhout and Schiphol, you will find the village of Rozenburg in North Holland. There is also a gel..
Oude Meer: a village in Haarlemmermeer with a watery past
Just below Schiphol-East you will find Oude Meer, a hamlet with around 170 inhabitants (2021). This small village is named ..
Buitenkaag: picturesque village on the Kagerplassen
In the southernmost tip of the Haarlemmermeerpolder, on the Kagerplassen, you will find the village of Buitenkaag. This clay..
Weteringbrug: picturesque village in the south of Haarlemmermeer
The village of Weteringbrug is one of the southernmost villages of Haarlemmermeer. The village used to be called Weteringbu..
Aalsmeerderbrug: discover this green hamlet in Haarlemmermeer
Aalsmouderbrug is a hamlet in Haarlemmermeer. This beautiful place has only about 500 inhabitants and is located next to Aalsme.
Nieuw-Vennep: one of the two largest villages in Haarlemmermeer
Near Schiphol you will find Nieuw-Vennep, one of the two villages that were founded after the reclamation of the Haarlemmermee.
Burgerveen: a small village with an iconic grain silo
Burgerveen is a small village located on the Ringvaart between Nieuw-Vennep and Aalsmeer. The village owes its name to a ..
Halfweg: the iconic connection between Amsterdam and Haarlem
Just above Zwanenburg you will find Halfweg. This village in Haarlemmermeer forms a double village together with Zwanenburg. About the Rin..
Nieuwebrug: find the peace between city and village in Haarlemmermeer
You will find the village of Nieuwebrug on the Vijfhuizerdijk along the Ringvaart in Haarlemmermeer. In this small town lived..
Cruquius: discover the unique history of Haarlemmermeer here
Between Heemstede and Hoofddorp lies the beautiful village of Cruquius on the Ringvaart. This small village has about 1000 inhabitants.
De Hoek: hamlet near Hoofddorp with a popular business park
De Hoek is located close to the southeast of Hoofddorp. This small hamlet in the municipality of Haarlemmermeer used to have ..
Haarlemmerliede: discover the Fort near Penningsveer
The beautiful village of Haarlemmerliede is located on the east side of the famous city of Haarlem. This picturesque place is formed..
Spaarndam: picturesque village on the Spaarne
Right next to Haarlem is the green Spaarndam. This picturesque village was created around a dam on the spot where the river h..
Badhoevedorp: one of the four largest villages in Haarlemmermeer
With no less than 11680 inhabitants, Badhoevedorp is one of the four largest villages in Haarlemmermeer. The village is named n..
Hoofddorp: a bustling village full of culture and shopping pleasure
Just below Haarlem you will find Hoofddorp, the largest village in the municipality of Haarlemmermeer. Hoofddorp is due to its favorable l..
Nieuwe Meer: discover this green hamlet on the water
Just below Amsterdam lies Nieuwe Meer, between Badhoevedorp and Schiphol-East. This small hamlet overlooks the Amst..
Schiphol-Rijk: bustling business park at Schiphol Airport
Right next to Schiphol Airport you will find the place Schiphol-Rijk. This bustling place is named after the former village of..
Zwanenburg: cozy village on the Ringvaart
Between Haarlem and Amsterdam you will find the village of Zwanenburg. Zwanenburg was originally a twin village, together with Halfweg.
Lisserbroek: cozy village with marinas and orchards
Between Lisse and Nieuw-Vennep you will find the village of Lisserbroek. This village has about 3435 inhabitants (2021) and is named after ..
Beinsdorp: small but extremely cozy village in Haarlemmermeer
Beinsdorp is a small village between Nieuw-Vennep and Hillegom and has only around 1000 inhabitants. The name Beinsdorp i..
Rijsenhout: discover this beautiful village on the Westeinderplassen
The village of Rijsenhout is located on the Ringvaart and the Westeinderplassen. This village was called A. at the end of the fifties.
Lijnden: discover the special Gemaal de Lynden
Right next to Amsterdam-West you will find Lijnden, a small village in the municipality of Haarlemmermeer. The village is named after the G..
Penningsveer: a small hamlet on the river Liede
Penningsveer is a small village in Haarlemmermeer, just below Spaarnwoude. The village is so small that it is only 70 in..
Schiphol Airport: the main airport in the Netherlands
The main airport in the Netherlands is Schiphol Airport. The airport is also known as Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Zwaanshoek: one of the greenest centers of Haarlemmermeer
Right next to Hoofddorp you will find Zwaanshoek, a quiet and green village on the Ringvaart. A bridge connects Zwaanshoek with Ben..
Spaarnwoude: medieval village near the green recreation area
Next to Haarlem and just below Spaarndam you will find the village of Spaarnwoude - not to be confused with the recreational area of the same name.
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Ecological vegetable gardening in every season
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Church Center De Ark, Muiderbos 36, 2134 SR Hoofddorp