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Things to see in Alkmaar (Netherlands): 90 places and when to go
Alkmaar is a town in Netherlands, and this site lists 90 places in and around it, mainly Architecture (29), Hiking (22), Wildlife (20). The best known are Egmond Abbey, HMS Prince George and Waag. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 25. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Netherlands · 52.6309, 4.752
- Places
- 90 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Architecture (29) · Hiking (22) · Wildlife (20) · Nature (16) · History (9) · With kids (9)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- AMS Amsterdam, 36 km as the crow flies
What to see in Alkmaar
The places in and around Alkmaar, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Egmond AbbeyBenedictine monastery in Bergen (North Holland)7.4 km
- HMS Prince George1895 Majestic-class pre-dreadnought battleship14 km
- WaagListed building in Netherlands, site of annual cheese market139 m
- Hortus BulborumBotanical garden of historical ornamental bulb plants in Limmen, North Holland, The Netherlands8.3 km
- EilandspolderProtected area in Kingdom of the Netherlands9.3 km
- Huis van HildeMuseum12 km
- Noordhollands DuinreservaatProtected nature area in North Holland, the Netherlands9.2 km
- Schoorlse DuinenProtected nature area in North Holland, the Netherlands9.7 km
- Sint-VictorkerkChurch building in Koggenland, Netherlands12 km
- AllemanskerkChurch building in Langedijk, Netherlands10 km
- AmbachtsmolenWindmill in Oudorp, Netherlands1.9 km
- Bovenmolen GWindmill in Schermerhorn, Netherlands9.3 km
- De Gouden EngelWindmill in Koedijk, Netherlands4.0 km
- De KokerWindmill in Wormer, Netherlands16 km
- De LastdragerWindmill in Hoogwoud, Netherlands15 km
- De Vier WindenWindmill in Hoogwoud, Netherlands13 km
- Fort aan den HamPart of the Defence Line of Amsterdam14 km
- GroetermolenWindmill in Schoorl, Netherlands13 km
- HargermolenWindmill in Schoorl, Netherlands14 km
- KijkduinWindmill in Schoorl, Netherlands9.2 km
- MenningweermolenWindmill in Grootschermer, Netherlands7.7 km
- Molen AWindmill in Sint Pancras, Netherlands4.9 km
- Ondermolen CWindmill in Schermerhorn, Netherlands8.7 km
- Ondermolen DWindmill in Schermerhorn, Netherlands8.9 km
And the other 66, by what you come to do:
- Architecture: Ondermolen K, Ondermolen O, Polder Hensbroek, Poldermolen D, Poldermolen E, Poldermolen K, Poldermolen M, Poldermolen O, Sluismolen, Strijkmolen B, Strijkmolen C, Strijkmolen E, 't Roode Hert, Weel & Braken
- History: Sint-Agneskerk, Strijkmolen D, Wadway Theaterchurch, Veenhuizer
- Temples: Slotkapel
- Museums and art: Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar
- Nature: Wormer- en Jisperveld & Kalverpolder, Catrijper Nok, Abtskolk & De Putten, Bosjes van Verwey, Eendenkooi van Asjes, Eendenkooi van der Eng, Hempolder, Het Nieuwe Land van Stam, Landje van Veldt, Oosterdel, Papenberg, Pollenvlak
- Beaches: De Kerf
- Food and drink: Brouwerij De Moersleutel, Brouwerij Egmond, Brouwerij Vriendenbier
- With kids: Dierendorp, Hertenkamp Bergen, Holle Bolle Plons, Kinderboerderij De Beestenboel, Kinderboerderij De Rekerhout, 't Weidje, Vlindorado, Zee-Aquarium
- Hiking: Groot Frieslandpad, Groot Frieslandpad, Groot Frieslandpad, Nederlands Kustpad, Nederlands Kustpad, Nederlands Kustpad, Noord-Hollandpad - 06, Noord-Hollandpad - 07, Noord-Hollandpad 07v - Variant broedseizoen, Noord-Hollandpad - 08, Noord-Hollandpad 09d - Directe route, Trekvogelpad, Trekvogelpad, Trekvogelpad, Trekvogelpad, Trekvogelpad, Trekvogelpad, Trekvogelpad, Trekvogelpad, Waterliniepad, Streekpad Westfriese Omringdijk, Streekpad Westfriese Omringdijk
When to go to Alkmaar
The best time to visit Alkmaar is April to September; also possible: October to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible7:55
- FebPossible9:36
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:40
- MayBest time15:32
- JunBest time16:35
- JulBest time16:09
- AugBest time14:30
- SepBest time12:23
- OctPossible10:18
- NovPossible8:24
- DecPossible7:25
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 25. In June, 90 of the 90 places are at their best.
When to go to Netherlands in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Alkmaar
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS, Amsterdam), 36 km as the crow flies. How to get around Netherlands (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Edam21 places25 km
- Julianadorp39 places28 km
- Haarlem125 places29 km
- Amsterdam267 places33 km
- Bovenkarspel23 places35 km
- Almere101 places48 km
And all of Netherlands, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Alkmaar?
The best known: Egmond Abbey, HMS Prince George, Waag, Hortus Bulborum, Eilandspolder. In all, 90 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Alkmaar?
April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 25.
How do you get to Alkmaar?
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 36 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Alkmaar as the destination and these 90 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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