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Netherlands

Dordrecht / Simply Dutch and darn delightful!

MeowScore 😸89/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

June

Sunny weather, art fair, and relaxing terraces.

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january

Celebrate winter with ice skating and cozy cafes. ❄️🍵

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february

Explore the city's historic architecture and enjoy Valentine's Day. 🏰❤️

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march

Experience the blossoming of spring and visit the city's beautiful parks. 🌸🌳

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april

Enjoy the annual Dordrecht Book Market and see blooming tulips. 📚🌷

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may

Attend the biggest free pop music festival in Europe! 🎵🎉

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june

Relax on the city's many terraces and attend the annual Dordrecht Art Fair. ☕🎨

🎢
july

Experience the biggest funfair in the Netherlands and enjoy the sunny atmosphere. 🎡☀️

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august

Watch the World Rowing Championships and enjoy the city's summer activities. 🚣☀️

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september

Explore the city's cultural heritage and celebrate Open Monument Day. 🏰🎉

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october

Visit the annual book week and discover the spooky side of the city. 📚👻

🦌
november

Shop for the upcoming holidays on the city's charming markets. 🛍️🎄

🎁
december

Celebrate Sinterklaas and Christmas in a fairy tale setting. 🎅🎄

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Dordrecht is fairly priced, with a mixture of high-end and budget-friendly options. However, restaurants and accommodation can be on the expensive side for tourists.

Consider trying local specialties at smaller cafes and street vendors to save money on dining. Look for deals on accommodations outside of the city center.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

day trip destination

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

day trip destination

Dordrecht is often visited as a day trip from nearby cities like Rotterdam or The Hague.

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Credit Card and Cash are widely accepted. Splitting the bill is common. No tipping expected.

internet situation

great Speed

Good fiber-optic infrastructure

excellent Availability

Most households have access to internet

great Cellular

Decent coverage across the city

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 is bike-friendly

walkable

Well-connected, green

LGBTQ friendly

Netherlands is generally very LGBTQ-friendly

The cat wandered upon a charming city, where canals flowed like milk and cream. Paws crossed bridges, admiring the houses on the shore.

A fishy aroma wafted from the harbor, cat gazed at the windmills that spun like toys, Dordrecht was a cat's dreamland.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Natuurpark De Biesbosch
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Huis Van Gijn
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The Windmill
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Dordrechts Museum
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Grote Kerk

The mainstream

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Natuurpark De Biesbosch

Cats who want to explore nature should head to this park. With rivers, lakes, and forests, it's the purrfect spot for a hike or a boat ride.

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Huis Van Gijn

Cats who love history will enjoy this museum. It's a beautifully restored mansion and offers a glimpse into the lives of the wealthy in the 19th century.

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🌬️
The Windmill

Cats who want to see a real windmill should visit this iconic spot. It dates back to 1612 and has been restored to its former glory.

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🎨
Dordrechts Museum

This museum is a must-visit for art-loving cats. It features works by Dutch artists like Ary Scheffer and Ferdinand Bol.

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Grote Kerk

Purrfect spot for cats who love Gothic architecture. This church boasts a 67-meter tower and stunning stained glass windows.

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Off the beaten path

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Dordrechts Museum
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Vogelwijk
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Het Hof van Nederland
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De Hoek
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De Buitenwacht

Off the beaten path

🐱
Dordrechts Museum

A museum showcasing the best of local and national art, from the middle ages to contemporary pieces, a must-visit for artsy cats 🎨🖼️😸

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Vogelwijk

A peaceful neighborhood with picturesque houses and beautiful gardens, ideal for long walks and lazy naps in the sun 🌳☀️😴

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Het Hof van Nederland

A historic building with interactive exhibits exploring Dutch history and culture, a great place for curious cats to learn and explore 🎓📚🐾

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De Hoek

A cozy, traditional pub with a vast selection of beer and local snacks, perfect for a night out with fellow cats 🍻🍢🎉

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De Buitenwacht

A community center run entirely by volunteers, offering food, activities and a welcoming atmosphere to all cats in the neighborhood 😻🍽️🎉

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biking friendly

Netherlands is bike-friendly

walkable

Well-connected, green

LGBTQ friendly

Netherlands is generally very LGBTQ-friendly

Mindful meoweler tips

The Oldest City In Holland

Dordrecht is the oldest city in Holland, known for its rich cultural heritage, historic harbors and picturesque streets. Cats will enjoy strolling the charming streets and admiring the old architecture.

Craving Local Cuisine?

Dordrecht's cuisine is influenced by its location on the banks of three rivers. Cats should try the local specialty, 'Prairie Oyster', a raw egg yolk, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco and black pepper blend, considered as a traditional hangover cure.

Floating Cat

Visitors can explore the city on a guided boat tour and discover Dordrecht’s history and architecture from a unique perspective. Cats will enjoy basking in the sun while floating on the water.

Useful external sites

www.visitdordrecht.nl/en

Visit Dordrecht↗

Official tourism website for Dordrecht providing information on attractions, events, accommodations, and restaurants.

www.dordrecht.net

Dordrecht.net↗

A travel guide for Dordrecht, where visitors can find information about transport, museums, restaurants and shops in Dordrecht.

www.lonelyplanet.com/the-netherlands/zuid-holland/dordrecht

Lonely Planet - Dordrecht↗

Travel guide to Dordrecht that includes essential information for visitors, top sights, practical information, and recommended restaurants and accommodations.

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