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Netherlands

Apeldoorn / Discover nature's playground

MeowScore 😸88/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

May

Pleasant spring weather, tulips, and cultural events.

⛸️
january

Visit the Winter Palace Het Loo for seasonal decorations and ice skating.

🎉
february

Experience the carnival celebrations in the city center.

🌷
march

Take a bike ride through the blooming fields of tulips.

👑🎉
april

Celebrate King's Day with a citywide street party.

🎬☕
may

Attend the International Short Film Festival and enjoy outdoor cafes.

🌍🎶
june

Experience the cultural diversity at the Roots Festival.

🎭☀️
july

Enjoy the summer theater performances at Theater Orpheus.

🏊💦
august

Take a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pools.

🏰🎡
september

Catch a glimpse of the city's history at the Castle Fair.

🍁🍴
october

Taste the local cuisine at the Autumn Fair.

🎁🛍️
november

Shop for Christmas gifts at the Winter Market.

🎄🌟
december

Take part in the festive night-time walk, 'The Illuminated Forest'.

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Apeldoorn has a moderate shopping scene, with large chain stores and local shops. Prices are comparable to the rest of Netherlands. However, eating out can be pricey.

Look for local markets and smaller restaurants for budget-friendly options.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short getaway

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Short getaway

Apeldoorn is a small city, ideal for a weekend trip.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture.

Credit cards are widely accepted. Splitting bills is common, but may require asking for separate checks.

internet situation

great Speed

Good speeds, but not the fastest

excellent Availability

High availability of internet services

great Cellular

Good coverage, but some areas may have weaker signals

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking friendly

Netherlands = bike heaven

walkable

Well-planned infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Good laws/protections

As cats, we enjoyed Apeldoorn's varied cat trees and ample sunlight for naps.

We were entertained by the Apenheul primate park, but were disappointed that we couldn't climb with the monkeys.

Things to do

The mainstream

😻
Koninginneweg
🎉
Julianatoren
🎨
CODA Museum
🐒
Apenheul
🍒
Paleis Het Loo

The mainstream

😻
Koninginneweg

Cat-friendly street lined with trees, shops, and cafes. Take a stroll, grab some fish, and bask in the sun. 🍔

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🎉
Julianatoren

Family-friendly amusement park with rides, shows, and attractions for cats of all ages. Don't miss the cat-themed rollercoaster! 🎉

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🎨
CODA Museum

Art museum showcasing contemporary and traditional works, purrfect for cultured cats to explore. Sip some catnip tea at the cafe. 🍵

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🐒
Apenheul

Monkey jungle where curious cats can watch over 300 primates swing, climb, and interact right up close. Keep your paws to yourself! 🙈

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🍒
Paleis Het Loo

Cat palace home to Dutch royals for centuries, now open to the public for tours and gardens. Don't forget to sniff around the stables!

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Off the beaten path

🐒
Apenheul Primate Park
🏭
Radio Kootwijk
🏰
Paleis Het Loo Gardens
🌳
Oranjepark
🍷
Klarenbeek Wine Estate

Off the beaten path

🐒
Apenheul Primate Park

Ameowsing jungle-like catcursion amongst the gorillas, orangutans and monkeys. Swing through the trees or lounge in the sun. Don't forget to wash your paws!

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🏭
Radio Kootwijk

Unfurrgettable experience to explore abandoned industrial buildings. Purrch atop the tower and enjoy scenic views. Mind the catwalks and cat'thedral-like ceilings!

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🏰
Paleis Het Loo Gardens

Kit-ten to explore the stunning gardens of Paleis Het Loo. Fluffy bumblebees and colorful butterflies to watch. Don't fur-get to bring your catnip!

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🌳
Oranjepark

Go walkies in the paw-tastic Oranjepark, a green oasis in the heart of Apeldoorn. Fluffy squirrels and pesky geese to chase! Don't forget your leash!

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🍷
Klarenbeek Wine Estate

Cat-tastic vineyard with wine tastings and tours! Taste local wines and stomp grapes under our paws. Meowvelous views and purrfect photo ops await!

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biking friendly

Netherlands = bike heaven

walkable

Well-planned infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Good laws/protections

Mindful meoweler tips

Experience Royal Dutch Traditions

Explore the Palace Het Loo and taste stroopwafels with cat friends. Attend the cavalcade parade in September.

Enjoy the Nature Surrounding the City

Visit Apenheul Primate Park to observe cats' relatives in the wild and then hike De Hoge Veluwe National Park.

Immerse Yourself in Dutch Art

Discover the Museum Paleis het Loo and the CODA Museum exhibitions featuring Dutch painters. Try some gouda cheese.

Useful external sites

www.apeldoorn.nl

Apeldoorn.nl↗

Official website of the city of Apeldoorn, providing information on attractions, events, accommodations, and practicalities for visitors.

www.paleishetloo.com

Paleis Het Loo↗

Website of the Royal Palace of Het Loo, a famous historic landmark in Apeldoorn with beautiful gardens and exhibitions.

apenheul.com

Apenheul↗

Website of the Apenheul Primate Park, a popular attraction in Apeldoorn with over 300 apes and monkeys roaming freely in a natural forest setting.

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