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Things to see in Veendam (Netherlands): 34 places and when to go
Veendam is a town in Netherlands, and this site lists 34 places in and around it, mainly History (11), Architecture (11), Hiking (9). The best known are Wedderborg, De Eendracht, Gieterveen and De Juffer, Gasselternijveen. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 20. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Netherlands · 53.1062, 6.872
- Places
- 34 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (11) · Architecture (11) · Hiking (9) · Nature (3) · Temples (2) · Wildlife (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- AMS Amsterdam, 168 km as the crow flies
What to see in Veendam
The places in and around Veendam, 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.
- WedderborgCastle in the Netherlands14 km
- De Eendracht, GieterveenWindmill in Gieterveen, Netherlands9.0 km
- De Juffer, GasselternijveenWindmill in Gasselternijveen, Netherlands14 km
- De Wachter, ZuidlarenWindmill in Zuidlaren, Netherlands12 km
- EnnemaborgEstate in Midwolda, the Netherlands13 km
- FraeylemaborgHistoric house museum13 km
- Hazewind, GietenWindmill in Gieten, Netherlands13 km
- BoezemvriendWindmill in De Groeve, Netherlands11 km
- De NoordstarWindmill in Noordbroek, Netherlands11 km
- FraeylemamolenWindmill in Slochteren, Netherlands14 km
- D9Dolmen in the Netherlands12 km
- Nederlands Hervormde Kerk, ScheemdaChurch in Scheemda, the Netherlands10 km
- LaarwoudManor house in Drenthe, Netherlands12 km
- BergWindmill in Winschoten, Netherlands11 km
- DijkstraWindmill in Winschoten, Netherlands11 km
- EdensWindmill in Winschoten, Netherlands12 km
- Veenkoloniaal MuseumMuseum in Veendam, the Netherlands287 m
- Westerse MolenWindmill in Nieuw-Scheemda, Netherlands12 km
- Strokartonfabriek De ToekomstFormer factory in Scheemda, Netherlands11 km
- Nederlands Hervormde KerkChurch in Wildervank, Netherlands3.5 km
- Onstwedder HolteSummit12 km
- Adriaan TripbosForest area in Sappemeer and Tripscompagnie, the Netherlands6.0 km
- DrenthepadHiking trail (streekpad) in the Netherlands13 km
- DrenthepadHiking trail (streekpad) in the Netherlands12 km
And the other 10, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: Drenthepad, Groot Frieslandpad, Groot Frieslandpad, Groot Frieslandpad, Hünenweg - 17, Westerwoldepad-1, Westerwoldepad-10
- Nature: Leinwijk
- With kids: Speelpark Sprookjeshof, Tropiqua
When to go to Veendam
The best time to visit Veendam 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.
- JanPossible7:50
- FebPossible9:33
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:42
- MayBest time15:36
- JunBest time16:40
- JulBest time16:13
- AugBest time14:33
- SepBest time12:24
- OctPossible10:16
- NovPossible8:20
- DecPossible7:20
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 20. In April, 34 of the 34 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 Veendam
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS, Amsterdam), 168 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
- Groningen94 places23 km
- Bad Nieuweschans17 places24 km
- Assen82 places25 km
- Ter Apel21 places29 km
- Schoonoord49 places29 km
- Uithuizen15 places36 km
And all of Netherlands, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Veendam?
The best known: Wedderborg, De Eendracht, Gieterveen, De Juffer, Gasselternijveen, De Wachter, Zuidlaren, Ennemaborg. In all, 34 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Veendam?
April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 40 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 20.
How do you get to Veendam?
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 168 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Veendam as the destination and these 34 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
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- History954 places for history in Netherlands, from Rijksmuseum 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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