Discover what there is to do in Haarlemmermeer
Haarlemmermeer is the ideal place to unwind and discover a wealth of things to do. From forests and recreational areas to endless dikes and beautiful lakes. Visit the 31 villages and hamlets, discover the forts of the Defence Line of Amsterdam, or enjoy the restaurants, cafes, museums, and shops. You will never get bored in Haarlemmermeer!
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Haarlemmermeer: where water, art and heritage come together
In July and August 2026, Haarlemmermeer is colored by art and heritage. Dive into the story of Haarlemmermeer and discover h..
Photo Contest 2026: green heritage, powerful in every season
It is time again for the annual Visit Haarlemmermeer photo contest! We invite you to participate in the Haarlemmermeer..
Halfweg Steam Pumping Station: resilience that keeps running
At the Halfweg Steam Pumping Station, you don't just look at history, you stand right in the middle of it. In this heritage portrait, you can read more about this..
Getting ice cream in Haarlemmermeer: enjoy ice cream and more at these unique locations!
Temperatures are rising, days are getting longer and the sun is coming out more and more. We have summer on our minds! ..
St. James the Greater Church: resilient heritage in Haarlemmerliede
This heritage portrait is about a special monument standing in the middle of Haarlemmerliede: the St. James the Greater church.
5 cultural gems in Haarlemmermeer and the surrounding area
Let yourself be surprised by the cultural side of Haarlemmermeer and the region. In and around the municipality, you will find unique museums.
Make your own candle at Candle Workshop Willemijn
Have you ever been to a candle factory? If the answer is 'no', you really must read on. Because nothing is quite like...
World food in Hoofddorp: you can find all these world cuisines here!
If you want to sample world cuisines, do you have to go to Amsterdam, Haarlem, Leiden, or another big city? No, not at all..
Aalsmeer Water Tower: unique structure by the lake
In Haarlemmermeer, we have the pumping stations that meant so much to our polder history. For example, in Aalsmeer they have the Wa..
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Look back in time with Een Oogje op Noord-Holland
10 August 2026
What did Hoofddorp look like in the past? And which stories belong to Zwanenburg and Halfweg? In the new TV program Een Oogj..
Experience a special steam weekend at the Halfweg Steam Pumping Station.
July 28, 2026
On Saturday, August 1 and Sunday, August 2, the historic Halfweg Steam Pumping Station will be running under steam again. During this special w..
Art and nature come together during Art Week at Global Garden
July 13, 2026
From July 25 to August 2, Global Garden transforms into a special meeting place where art and nature come together..
