City guide of almere
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
At Mexican restaurant Rosita’s in Almere Centrum, food is prepared according to traditional recipes. You can taste the characteristic and lively Mexican culture in the delicious dishes.
Greek restaurant Pallas Athene in Almere welcomes you!
ANNO Almere: Hotel, Restaurant en Uitgaanscentrum
Grote Markt 121
1315 JC ALMERE
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.
Drinking home-brewed beer, eating French farm chicken and really feeling at home, you do that at De Bierfabriek in Almere Centrum.
The restaurant for lunch and dinner is Brasserie Bakboord in Almere with daily fresh dishes. This restaurant is also called one of the best in the Netherlands.
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!
City beaches
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.
Strandbad Duin
IJmeerdijk 3
1361 AA ALMERE
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
Noorderplassen beach is located behind the Hogering on the edge of the Waterwijk district. Toilet facilities available.
You will find this beach on the Noorderplassen lake. Toilet facilities are available. The beach is particularly suitable for water sports.
Beach The Lumiére beach is located in the Filmwijk district between Lumiérepad and Fellinilaan.
Staying overnight
Appartement Almere
Samuel Esmeijerstraat 15
1318 CA ALMERE
Chamavi Hamaland
Lijsterweg 4
1358 CB ALMERE
You can have a night on the beach in Almere; experience the ultimate holiday feeling in the luxurious Beach Lodge.
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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