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Things to see in Bovenkarspel (Netherlands): 23 places and when to go
Bovenkarspel is a town in Netherlands, and this site lists 23 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (8), Wildlife (6), Nature (5). The best known are Radboud Castle, Grote of Sint-Bonifaciuskerk, Medemblik and Bakkerijmuseum De Oude Bakkerij. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 24. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Netherlands · 52.7103, 5.2513
- Places
- 23 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (8) · Wildlife (6) · Nature (5) · Museums and art (3) · With kids (3) · Architecture (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- AMS Amsterdam, 56 km as the crow flies
What to see in Bovenkarspel
The places in and around Bovenkarspel, 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.
- Radboud CastleCastle in the Netherlands12 km
- Grote of Sint-Bonifaciuskerk, MedemblikChurch building in Medemblik, Netherlands12 km
- Bakkerijmuseum De Oude BakkerijMuseum in Medemblik, the Netherlands12 km
- Ceres, BovenkarspelWindmill in Bovenkarspel, Netherlands (1848-2019)1.6 km
- De HerderWindmill in Medemblik, Netherlands12 km
- TrintelzandNature area in the Markermeer, the Netherlands11 km
- De WeelenNature area in North Holland, the Netherlands3.2 km
- EendenmuseumMuseum on the car type Citroën 2CV3.7 km
- De WaterhoornWith kids14 km
- De WoidWith kids · Wildlife15 km
- Groot FrieslandpadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands and Germany9.5 km
- Groot FrieslandpadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands and Germany9.2 km
- IJsselmeerProtected area in Kingdom of the Netherlands14 km
- KoopmanspolderProtected area6.2 km
- Volkssterrenwacht OrionObservatory1 m
- Streekpad Westfriese OmringdijkHiking trail (streekpad) in the Netherlands4.7 km
- Streekpad Westfriese OmringdijkHiking trail (streekpad) in the Netherlands4.7 km
- Streekpad Westfriese OmringdijkHiking trail (streekpad) in the Netherlands13 km
- Wildlife gardenProtected area5.1 km
- ZuiderzeepadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands5.3 km
- ZuiderzeepadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands4.7 km
- ZuiderzeepadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands8.0 km
- Zwembad Het MolenbadWith kids14 km
When to go to Bovenkarspel
The best time to visit Bovenkarspel 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.
- JanPossible7:54
- FebPossible9:36
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:41
- MayBest time15:32
- JunBest time16:36
- JulBest time16:09
- AugBest time14:30
- SepBest time12:23
- OctPossible10:17
- NovPossible8:23
- DecPossible7:24
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 24. In April, 22 of the 23 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 Bovenkarspel
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS, Amsterdam), 56 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
- Lelystad17 places24 km
- Edam21 places26 km
- Hindeloopen33 places28 km
- Lemmer19 places33 km
- Alkmaar90 places35 km
- Schokland33 places37 km
And all of Netherlands, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Bovenkarspel?
The best known: Radboud Castle, Grote of Sint-Bonifaciuskerk, Medemblik, Bakkerijmuseum De Oude Bakkerij, Ceres, Bovenkarspel, De Herder. In all, 23 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Bovenkarspel?
April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 24.
How do you get to Bovenkarspel?
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 56 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Bovenkarspel as the destination and these 23 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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