City guide of Almere
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© Maarten Feenstra Discover Almere
from adrenaline rush to enjoying nature.
Almere is a new town with some exceptionally high profile and modern architecture. A spacious city in the 'polder' surrounded by fascinating places of natural beauty. Criss-crossed with waterways and green, open spaces for relaxing, playing sports or just having fun. Adventurous? Try the Oostvaardersplassen. Sail the IJsselmeer or just absorb all those beautiful new buildings? In Almere, just about anything is possible.
Restaurants
Smullen en Spelen pancake house
Go eat delicious pancakes at Smullen en Spelen in Almere! Hospitality and outdoor games come together here and is a real party for all children.
Bierfabriek Almere
Drinking home-brewed beer, eating French farm chicken and really feeling at home, you do that at De Bierfabriek in Almere Centrum.
BoatHouse
Boathouse in Almere is a unique location on the water and is the place for good food, drinks and parties. All this in a relaxed and surprising environment.
Forest Restaurant Buitengewoon Lekker
A cozy restaurant in Almere Hout with regional, organic and forest products. A nice day out or a unique dinner? Then you've come to the right place.
De Kapitein Almere
Enjoy the view during a nice lunch or diner with friends or family. The best place to relax and lounge with drinks and bites.
De Beren restaurant
What are you going to eat tonight? Come and eat well at De Beren in Almere Centrum.
Shop till you drop
Almere Centrum has been voted Best Inner City for 2017-2020. Here you can find major local, national and international brands. The centre has 400 shops, specialty boutiques, malls and vibrant public squares where you can eat and drink. It’s the perfect destination for a day out shopping!
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![Highlights van Almere VVV Visit Almeerderstrand]()
Highlights van Almere VVV Visit Almeerderstrand
City beaches
Fantasie beach
The Fantasie beach is located behind Oorweg/Bergsmapad at the Weerwater lake. You can enjoy great views of Almere's skyline from the grassy slopes of the Fantasie beach. The Fantasie beach offers diverse water sports facilities
Almere Haven beach
Almere Haven beach is a sandy strand, located on the outskirts of Almere Haven. The beach is extremely suitable for families. You can have something to eat and drink at the Di Lago beach pavilion. Toilet facilities are available.
Noorderplassen beach
Noorderplassen beach is located behind the Hogering on the edge of the Waterwijk district. Toilet facilities available.
Stedenwijk beach
The Stedenwijk beach is located in Almere Stad close to Hengelostraat/Oeverpromenade. There are excellent views over the Weerwater lake and the centre of Almere is only five minutes' walk away. Toilet facilities are available.
Almeerder beach
The Almeerderstrand is the largest beach in Almere. You can swim and sunbathe here. Large events also regularly take place
Strandbad Duin
Strandbad Duin is located at the south end of the marina. This is a great-fun place; a small beach where children can run around, splash and swim to their hearts' content.
Staying overnight
Bed & Breakfast Het Blauwe Tuinhuis
This apartment is located just five minutes' walk from the Gooimeer lake beach and ten minutes from the Kromslootpark nature reserve.
Van der Valk Hotel Almere
Peace and quiet, space and relaxation? Always on tap at the modern Van der Valk Hotel Almere.
Highlights van Almere VVV Visit Fietsen
Discover Almere by bike
It's just great to cycle in Almere. The city boasts over 440 kilometres of dedicated cycling lanes. Cycling is the best way to discover the loveliest spots. The VVV Almere Tourist Information shop offers architecture discovery routes, or you can book guided city walks or rent a bike.
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Highlights van Almere VVV Visit Lepelaarsplassen
How long do you stay?
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