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Things to see in Zwolle (Netherlands): 103 places and when to go
Zwolle is a city in Netherlands with around 112,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 103 places in and around it, mainly Wildlife (46), Nature (43), Hiking (23). The best known are Sassenpoort, Museum de Fundatie and Basiliek van Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-Tenhemelopneming. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 33 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 26. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Netherlands · 52.524, 6.097
- Population
- About 112,000
- Places
- 103 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Wildlife (46) · Nature (43) · Hiking (23) · History (17) · With kids (10) · Temples (7)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- AMS Amsterdam, 94 km as the crow flies
What to see in Zwolle
The places in and around Zwolle, 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.
- SassenpoortGatehouse in Zwolle, Netherlands1.6 km
- Museum de FundatieArt museum with two locations in the province of Overijssel in the Netherlands1.6 km
- Basiliek van Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-TenhemelopnemingChurch building in Zwolle, Netherlands1.4 km
- Eerde, OmmenPlace in Overijssel, Netherlands25 km
- ArchemerbergMountain in the Netherlands22 km
- Bovenkerk, KampenGothic church in Kampen, Overijssel, Netherlands12 km
- Grote of Sint-MichaëlskerkChurch building in Zwolle, Netherlands1.4 km
- Grote or AndreaskerkChurch building in Hattem, Netherlands5.8 km
- Jachin en Boazkerk, GenemuidenChurch building in Netherlands, Netherlands11 km
- KoornmarktspoortCity gate in Kampen, Netherlands12 km
- LemelerbergHill in the Netherlands22 km
- PeperbusChurch tower in Zwolle, Netherlands1.4 km
- Synagogue, ZwolleHistory · Temples1.4 km
- BoetelerveldSpecial protection areas defined by the habitats directive in the Netherlands24 km
- Den AalshorstCountry house in Millingen, Overijssel, the Netherlands11 km
- DiezerpoortFormer city gate in Zwolle, Netherlands1.1 km
- Dijkpoort14th-century citygate in Hattem5.7 km
- Basiliek KruisverheffingChurch building in Raalte, Netherlands19 km
- Rechteren CastleCastle complex in Dalfsen, Netherlands13 km
- Wijndragerstoren, ZwolleTower1.1 km
- WoldbergHill in the Netherlands14 km
- Anton Pieck MuseumMuseum in Hattem, the Netherlands5.8 km
- BisschopsschansFormer sconce in Rouveen, Netherlands9.8 km
- FilipsbergMountain in the Netherlands9.7 km
And the other 79, by what you come to do:
- Museums and art: Icons Museum, Stedelijk Museum Kampen, Voerman Stadsmuseum Hattem
- History: Nijenhuis, Steenpoort, Historical cemetery Dalfsen, Massier
- Nature: Molecaten, Uiterwaarden Zwarte Water en Vecht, Wezeperberg, Algemene Veen, Reevediep, Tonnenberg, Trijsberg, Zalkerbos, Berghuizen, Bos 't Loo, Bosgebied Gemeente Heerde, Boshoven, Boswachterij Ommen, De Kroeskamp, De Oldhorst, Dijkhuizen, Groene Zee, Heerder Sprengen, Het Jachthuis, Het Norelbosch, Hoenwaard, IJsselvliedt, Klein Noorlloo, Klooster Hulsbergen, Landgoed Bonenburg, Landgoed Eerde, Landgoed Hessum, Landgoed Petrea, Landgoed Vilsteren, Rechterense Veld, Vecht- en Beneden-Reggegebied, Vemdebroek, Vollenhof, Vuursteenberg, Waterwingebied Wezepsche Heide, Weerribben, Wiessenbergse Kolk, Zwolse Bos
- Food and drink: Bohemean
- Hiking: Christoffelpad, Christoffelpad Etappe 1, Christoffelpad Etappe 2, Hanzestedenpad, Hanzestedenpad, Hanzestedenpad, Hanzestedenpad, Hanzestedenpad, Hanzestedenpad, Hanzestedenpad, Marskramerpad, Overijssels Havezatenpad, Overijssels Havezatenpad, Overijssels Havezatenpad, Overijssels Havezatenpad, Overijssels Havezatenpad, Overijssels Havezatenpad, Pieterpad: Ommen to Hellendoorn, Westerborkpad, Westerborkpad, Westerborkpad, Zuiderzeepad, Zuiderzeepad
- With kids: De Klooienberg, De Wollewei, Dierenweide de Aa-weide, Dinoland, Erve Vechtdal - Koesafari, Het Nieuwe Plantsoen, Kinderboerderij Berkum, Kinderboerderij Cantecleer, Kinderboerderij De Voskuilerhoeve, 't Dijkweitje
When to go to Zwolle
The best time to visit Zwolle 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.
- JanPossible7:56
- FebPossible9:37
- MarPossible11:31
- AprBest time13:40
- MayBest time15:31
- JunBest time16:33
- JulBest time16:07
- AugBest time14:29
- SepBest time12:23
- OctPossible10:18
- NovPossible8:25
- DecPossible7:26
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 33 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 26. In April, 103 of the 103 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 Zwolle
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS, Amsterdam), 94 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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And all of Netherlands, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Zwolle?
The best known: Sassenpoort, Museum de Fundatie, Basiliek van Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-Tenhemelopneming, Eerde, Ommen, Archemerberg. In all, 103 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Zwolle?
April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 33 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 26.
How do you get to Zwolle?
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 94 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Zwolle as the destination and these 103 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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- 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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