25x activities in autumn
It's autumn! The season of rainy days, pumpkin spice, long walks and then snuggling on the sofa with a blanket. House sparrows are binging their favourite series and outdoorsmen are putting on their rain boots in good spirits. To make sure you make the most of the most colourful time of the year, we share our ultimate autumn bucket list. If you tick off this checklist, then good autumn vibes in Almere are guaranteed.
1. Go mushroom searching in the forest
The Vroege vogelbos is a unique 149-hectare nature reserve with creeks, wetlands, fields and woods. One thing is certain; mushrooms are going to be encountered. Are you going for a beautiful autumn walk? Discover the Vroege Vogelbos.
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2. Head to The Game Box in Almere Centrum
The perfect indoor getaway for autumn. At The Game Box, everyone from young to old can play to their heart's content on the very latest arcade games. Discover The Game Box.
3. Organise a movie night for your friends
Create a cosy cinema atmosphere at home and share exciting movies and treats with your best friends.
4. Knit a scarf
Show your creative side as you carefully and patiently create a warm scarf to warm yourself or a loved one with.
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5. Visit a vineyard
Wine tastes even better in autumn! And what could be better than spending the night in a vineyard? At Bed & Breakfast Life Contains Beautiful Things, you wake up to views of white and blue grape vines.
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6. Pick apples from the orchard and bake a fresh apple pie
Go out and collect juicy apples and bring the aromas of homemade apple pie to life in your kitchen.
7. Curl up on the sofa for an exciting film
Nothing like sitting on the sofa with a drink and blanket watching a film while it's dark and rainy outside. Have you already played Netflix and still want to get out? Then het Nieuwe Filmhuis is a must! The latest film screenings in a small, cosy venue.
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8. Light your favourite scented candle
Create an atmosphere of cosiness and relaxation as the pleasant fragrance spreads through the room.
9. Find your favourite pair of fluffy socks
Discover ultimate comfort as you wrap your feet in soft, fluffy socks on a cosy day at home.
10. Take a long autumn walk
Take a walk around het Weerwater and discover how diverse Almere is. You'll pass modern architecture, a slice of nature and fun spots. Of course, you will also walk through the former Floriadeterrein, which is also the future Hortus district. From 17 to 26 October, you can also enjoy Light Art Festival Alluminous here. A magical light art route around the Almeerse Weerwater where art and theatre come together.
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11. Chill out with a drink on the terrace
Relax and enjoy a peaceful moment on a terrace surrounded by the atmosphere of the outdoors and your favourite drink.
12. Enjoy your first pumpkin spice latte of the season
Let autumn dance on your taste buds with the delicious warmth of a pumpkin spice latte, a true seasonal favourite.
13. Escape from an escape room
For true escape room fans, Just Escape in Almere is not to be missed! After all, this is no ordinary escape room. With your team, you have to solve puzzles and are taken on a cross between an interactive detective and crime-thriller.
14. Bake cinnamon rolls with family
Spend precious time with your loved ones while baking cinnamon rolls together, filled with love and the sweet smell of cinnamon.
15. Plop down with a book
Or a comic book! For fans, Het Beeldverhaal is definitely worth a visit. Comics, cartoons, comics and cardgames. Here, you feel like a kid in a sweet shop.
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16. Stock up on warm jumpers
Already got your autumn outfits or does your wardrobe need an upgrade? Shop your autumn clothes now in Almere Centrum. How about Reality Mode? Here you can also find the most beautiful products for your living room.
17. Make your home cosy
Bring autumn into your home! Decorate your home with leaves, chestnuts and acorns you found on an autumn walk. Or go for a new look at Søstrene Grene in Almere Centrum. Handmade home accessories and furniture. Will you take a look?
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18. Invite your friends over for a game night
Create lasting memories as you get together for an evening of laughter, competition and board games.
19. Hollow out pumpkins and make the tastiest pumpkin soup
Unleash your creativity as you hollow out pumpkins for Halloween and reward yourself with a tasty bowl of pumpkin soup.
20. Read a new book
Looking for inspiration for a new book? A thriller or a novel? You are sure to succeed at the new library in Almere centrum! Here you can wander around for hours. This is definitely not a traditional library. Want to buy a book? Then drop by bookshop Stumpel.
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21. Sleep in a cottage in nature
Getting away from it all with the family this autumn? On the edge of the former Eem Valley, you will find B&B Eemhouses. Luxury chalets to enjoy together. The ideal base for a beautiful autumn walk in Oosterwold. A unique piece of the Netherlands.
22. Discover Almere's nature with a cycle route
With the Almere Nature Route, you cycle past several forests, parks and nature reserves. After this route, you will 100% have an autumn feeling.
23. Get fresh local produce at the Farmers' Market
Are you in Almere and love fresh, and healthy produce? Then don't forget to hop inside the Organic Farmers' Market at Stadslandgoed de Kemphaan. The only organic market in the Netherlands where you can have a good time even in rainy weather. Open every Saturday from 9.30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
24. Pay a visit to Scare-Me
The 15th edition of this Almere horror event already. In total, there are 6 diverse experiences that you and your friends can experience. Do you dare?
25. Binge your favourite series on Netflix
Dive into an immersive world full of intrigue, humour and emotion as you lose yourself in watching episode after episode of your beloved Netflix series.
These hotspots and to-do's in Almere will make it a beautiful autumn. Do you know any better activities or spots in Almere to celebrate autumn? Share them on Instagram with #visitalmere and don't forget to tag @visitalmere!