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The shortest month of the year has arrived and spring break is just around the corner. Go out in the Netherlands with your partner, friends or family and enjoy. Boredom during the holidays…? No, we don't know that word here! There is a lot to do in the spring. Even on a rainy day. We have listed a number of activites for you.

The Dutch go through all weathers! Even in the winter months. So put on those walking shoes and go for a nice walk! The Netherlands has so many beautiful routes to offer. In this blog you can read 7 tips for a lovely walk.

If you drop a pin exactly in the middle of the map of the Netherlands… then there is the medieval city of Amersfoort! With its canals, countless monuments, cozy terraces and shops, Amersfoort is the perfect city for a weekend away. With a new Bastion Hotel coming up, we're doing a tour of Amersfoort!

At Bastion Hotels, we think the moments before and after your stay are the most important. That is why we have selected for you which events you absolutely do not want to miss next year! Are you going to spectacular concerts in sold-out concert halls or do you prefer to cheer on the side of a kilometer-long race track? Start 2023 prepared and quickly read on for a good dose of inspiration for the best activities in the new year.

Knock knock… winter is here again! Say hello to thick coats, ice cream fun and hot chocolate. Although we might prefer to stay indoors to avoid the cold, there are still a lot of fun winter events in the Netherlands to visit. With these 6 events you will get through the winter.

It is officially autumn ! Time for colorful forests, autumn holidays, dried flowers for decoration, dark days and falling leaves. It is a season where one is disappointed and the other is steeled with happiness that it has finally come. October and the months that follow are therefore dominated by walks in the rain and games by the fireplace. Don't fall asleep.. 😴 Make this fall the coziest yet with our tips!

For Burgundian pleasure you go to South Limburg. That's nothing new. And besides all the art exhibitions and hiking tours between the mountains, there is much more to experience. For young and old, for families and couples or groups of friends and colleagues. Someone will not soon forget a trip to the southernmost point of the Netherlands. Especially if you attend one of these events! So have a lot of fun this late summer in Limburg. You can find all the fun here in this blog!

5x the most beautiful cycling routes in North Brabant

Brabant is perfect for the most beautiful cycling routes. You can easily cycle from city to city, you have many routes with a rich history and of course the beautiful nature in this versatile, green province. From the Van Gogh cycling route throughout the province, to a real urban design route in Eindhoven... we have listed 5x the most beautiful cycling routes in North Brabant:

The 6 most beautiful nature reserves in North Brabant

Brabant has beautiful nature reserves, which are popular with walking and cycling enthusiasts. From the Loonse en Drunense Duinen, a piece of National Park de Biesbosch to the Groene Woud. Every piece of nature has its own unique characteristics and everywhere you can go to relax. We have listed 5 nature reserves in Brabant:

15x museums in North Brabant that you must visit

Brabant has countless inspiring museums where art and culture come together. Did you know that Van Gogh was born and raised in North Brabant? Neunen is all about this world-famous artist. The Noordbrabants Museum also gives home to his beautiful paintings along with more Brabant artworks. We have listed 15 museums in North Brabant that you should visit:

Heel Holland slaapt in... Gelderland! Alle leuke tips op een rijtje.

Gelderland is the province where you can enjoy the city, the nature, museums and activities for every age. From the Kroller-Muller museum, numerous bicycle- and walking routes on the Veluwe, the Apenheul to Burgers' Zoo. Gelderland is home to the most popular activities in the Netherlands. Bastion Hotels has three unique hotels in Apeldoorn, Arnhem and Nijmegen where you can stay for an affordable and comfortable night. This is possible alone, with friends, family and the whole family. We have listed all the great tips for Gelderland for you.

6x Gründe, warum Sie die Festungsstadt Brielle besuchen sollten

The old fortified town of Brielle has a rich history, so Brielle alone has 400 monuments. But there is much more to find in this old fortified town, such as a pilgrimage church, a museum, an old Kruithuis with a rich history and much more! Imagine yourself back in time and discover Brielle.

At these Bastion Hotels you can now sleep in a king-size double bed!

In a number of Bastion Hotels you can now book a room with a king-size double bed! When booking, choose a Deluxe or Comfort King room.

8x the most beautiful beaches in the Netherlands you should visit

Sun, sea and beach! Summer is just around the corner and that is the ideal time to discover the most beautiful beaches in the Netherlands. The Netherlands has 450 kilometres of coastline, which means you can unfold your parasol in many places. From the Wassenaarse Slag to Rockanje, we have 8 nice beaches for you.

Last update: 25-02-2022

Dear guests and bookers,

Nijmegen, the oldest city in the Netherlands. A city with a beautiful centre, nice walking routes and an ideal location. Last year, we opened our renewed hotel near the Goffertpark and this hotel is ideal for a weekend break! We have listed our 5 favourite tips for things to do in Nijmegen:

The holidays are right around the corner and the Christmas break is coming! The perfect time to spend time together with your partner, family, friend or boyfriend and get away for the night. Stroll through the most famous Christmas markets, taste the festive atmosphere, drink a delicious mulled wine and go out. Of course it is important that you can get away safely, we have also taken that into account; we have listed our favorite activities!