A long stretch of beach on the IJmeer, walking and cycling routes, and historic sites give Muiderberg a varied character. When choosing where to stay, you can consider whether you want your visit to focus on the water, outdoor activities or history.

Beach and waterside activities

Muiderberg’s beach is a long stretch on the IJmeer. Muiderberg is one of Amsterdam’s oldest seaside resorts. The shallow water at the beach offers children a safe place to play and swim; water conditions can vary by season.

At the beach, you can rent canoes at the water sports centre. Check before you travel whether its seasonal opening period suits your visit. You can also rent windsurfing equipment in Muiderberg, for beginners and experienced surfers alike; availability may also vary by season.

Another body of water is the Dobbertjeskom: this naturally formed pond lies in the southeast of Buitendijke(n) and is considered to be the remnant of a dyke breach in 1675. Locals use it for swimming and ice skating. Conditions and suitability may vary.

Walking, cycling and woodland strolls

The 12.5-kilometre “Rondje Muiderberg en Vestingstad Muiden” walking route runs along the beach and through the Echobos to Muiden. The return route to Muiderberg passes the Joodse Begraafplaats. The route thus combines the beach, woodland and the walk to Muiden in one described hike.

The “Muiderberg, Naarden vesting en Naardermeer” cycling route starts in Muiderberg, passes through Naarden and follows the Naardermeer, returning to the starting point after about two hours. The two routes differ both in their stated measures—12.5 kilometres on foot and about two hours by bike—and in the places named along the way. Choose according to the type of trip and the places you would like to include. Route conditions may change; check them before setting out.

The Kocherbos is a good choice for a woodland stroll in the area around Muiden and Muiderberg. The Echobos covers just over six hectares. These offer two different ways to spend time in nature: a walk in the Kocherbos or the Echobos as part of the described walking route.

Cemeteries and local history

The Joodse Begraafplaats in Muiderberg dates back to 1642 and contains around 45,000 graves. It is the largest Jewish cemetery in the Netherlands that is still in use. A brick wall surrounds the cemetery; a simple brick gate decorated with vases marks the entrance. Free guided tours last about two hours. Check current availability before your visit.

Bus route 110 and the Gerard Doulaan stop are listed as reference points for travelling to the Joodse Begraafplaats. Check the current service before travelling. The Algemene begraafplaats Muiderberg is also a municipal monument. Its paths recall the site’s former use as a park for walks and a rose garden.

The Floriskei is a large glacial erratic unveiled in 1979 opposite the former Boskapel. The first structure on the site of the Boskapel was a chapel, built in 1324 in memory of Floris V. The dates distinguish the site’s early history from the later unveiling of the glacial erratic.

The Kocherbos contains a type P group shelter dating from 1939–1940, which was later added to the Nieuwe Hollandse Waterlinie. According to the historical account by Groen Muiderberg, the Echomuur is the only surviving visible feature of the former Rustrijk estate. Meermolen De Onrust was built in 1809 to drain the Naardermeer.

Kerk aan Zee and events

Kerk aan Zee offers a view of the former Zuiderzee. Concert aan Zee holds a chamber music series there. As the programme may change, check the current concert dates in advance.

The “Swing op de Brink” music event takes place annually at De Brink in Muiderberg. The current calendar can help you check the dates during your stay. Cemetery tours, concerts and events each have their own visitor and timing details; take these into account when planning.

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