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Things to see in Leerdam (Netherlands): 74 places and when to go
Leerdam is a town in Netherlands, and this site lists 74 places in and around it, mainly Wildlife (39), Nature (34), Hiking (15). The best known are Hofje van Mevrouw van Aerden, Merckenburg Castle and Culemborg railway bridge. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 26 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 33. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Netherlands · 51.8875, 5.0941
- Places
- 74 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Wildlife (39) · Nature (34) · Hiking (15) · Architecture (11) · History (8) · With kids (5)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- RTM Rotterdam, 46 km as the crow flies
What to see in Leerdam
The places in and around Leerdam, 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.
- Hofje van Mevrouw van AerdenHofje-museeum in Leerdam, Netherlands347 m
- Merckenburg CastleBuilding in the Netherlands1.1 km
- Culemborg railway bridgeDutch rail bridge12 km
- MerwedebrugBridge12 km
- Nationaal GlasmuseumMuseum in Leerdam, the Netherlands851 m
- ZouweboezemProtected nature area in the Netherlands9.8 km
- De Middelste MolenWindmill in Lopik, Netherlands18 km
- De Vlinder, DeilWindmill in Deil, Gelderland, Netherlands9.1 km
- Elisabeth OrphanageOrphanage in Culemborg, the Netherlands12 km
- Fort AsperenFort2.2 km
- Fort VurenFort8.4 km
- Grote of Sint-Barbarakerk (Culemborg)Church building in Culemborg, Netherlands12 km
- Sint Maartenskerk ZaltbommelChurch building in Zaltbommel, Netherlands14 km
- Johanna, CulemborgWindmill in Culemborg, Netherlands11 km
- Loevestein, Pompveld & Kornsche BoezemProtected area in the Netherlands13 km
- Nooit GedagtWindmill in Woudrichem, Netherlands10 km
- Nooit VolmaaktWindmill in Gorinchem, Netherlands10 km
- OostmolenWindmill in Gorinchem, Netherlands12 km
- Uiterwaarden LekSpecial protection areas defined by the habitats directive in the Netherlands13 km
- Uitwijkse molenWindmill in Werkendam, Netherlands14 km
- WestmolenWindmill in Gorinchem, Netherlands12 km
- Zandwijkse MolenWindmill in Almkerk, Netherlands14 km
- Aquazoo LeerdamWith kids · Wildlife1.0 km
- De AvelingenNature area near Gorinchem, the Netherlands13 km
And the other 50, by what you come to do:
- Nature: De Lieskampen, Pompveld, Steenwaard, Baarsemwaard, De Bol, De Huibert, Den Besten, Eiland in de Giessen, Everdinger Waarden, Goilberdingerwaard, Goilberdingerwaarden, Hoenderwiel, Inundatiegebied Blokhoven, Kedichem, Kersbergsrak, Lingegebied & Diefdijk-Zuid, Over-Boeicop, Over-Heicop, Polders Bolgerijen en Autena, Put van Zessen, Quakernaak, Rampert, Regulieren, Schaayk, Schalkwijker Buitenwaard, Scharperswijk, Smoutjes Vlietlanden, Sonsbrug, Viaanse Bos, Weverwijk
- History: Fort Everdingen
- Hiking: Betuwepad, Betuwepad, Betuwepad, Betuwepad, Betuwepad, Grote Rivierenpad, Grote Rivierenpad, Grote Rivierenpad, Grote Rivierenpad, Pelgrimspad, Pelgrimspad, Waterliniepad, Waterliniepad, Waterliniepad, Waterliniepad
- With kids: Hertenkamp Vianen, Hestia's Hof, Natuurcentrum Gorinchem, Uilen- en Dierenpark de Paay
When to go to Leerdam
The best time to visit Leerdam 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.
- JanPossible8:02
- FebPossible9:40
- MarPossible11:31
- AprBest time13:38
- MayBest time15:26
- JunBest time16:26
- JulBest time16:01
- AugBest time14:26
- SepBest time12:23
- OctPossible10:20
- NovPossible8:30
- DecPossible7:33
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 26 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 33. In April, 74 of the 74 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 Leerdam
The nearest main airport is Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM, Rotterdam), 46 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
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- 's-Hertogenbosch129 places27 km
- Elst Ut137 places29 km
- Breda77 places39 km
- Alphen aan den Rijn84 places40 km
- Rotterdam200 places42 km
And all of Netherlands, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Leerdam?
The best known: Hofje van Mevrouw van Aerden, Merckenburg Castle, Culemborg railway bridge, Merwedebrug, Nationaal Glasmuseum. In all, 74 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Leerdam?
April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 26 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 33.
How do you get to Leerdam?
The nearest main airport is Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM), 46 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Leerdam as the destination and these 74 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.
Keep reading
- NetherlandsBefore travelling to Netherlands: 6 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. Spanish citizens can enter with their ID card (DNI).
- Wildlife1555 places for wildlife in Netherlands, from Artis to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: April to September. Each with its own season by altitude and daylight.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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