Bed and Breakfast hotels in Amersfoort

Located in the northern Dutch province of Utrecht, Amersfoort is a growing city with a long history, dating back to medieval times. Amersfoort acquired city status in 1259 and was expanded in the 14th and 15th century. The city had a thriving textile and brewing industry during the Middle Ages, and by the 18th century, tobacco had become a major anchor for the economy. The creation of a railway connection slowed the city’s decline in the 19th century.

Due to its location, Amersfoort was chosen as the site for many army outposts, which historically served to protect the western half of the Netherlands. During WWII, the invading Germany army confronted the Dutch forces in Amersfoort for four days, before taking over the city. Thanks in part to government efforts, the population has doubled in the last 40 years. The city is now a major tourist destination and the Campanile Hotel Amersfoort offers great value for your stay.

A two-day break
A two-day stay is the perfect occasion for a trip back in time, exploring the medieval history of this fascinating city. The Koppelpoort is a must-see, located just 7km from the Campanile Hotel Amersfoort. This castle-like land and water gate was part of the second city wall, completed in 1450. The 98-meter tall Onze-Lieve-Vrouwentoren (The Tower of Our Lady) can be seen from all throughout the city and contains the middle point of the Dutch grid reference system.

A week-long break
A week will give you time to fully discover Amersfoort’s historical and cultural heritage. A boat tour of the city’s canal system is a great way to learn more about its medieval sights. One of those sights is the Amersfoortse Kei, a 9-tonne boulder carried into the city in 1661 as part of a bet. There are also a number of museums in the city, including The Mondriaan House, which commemorates the work of painter Piet Mondriaan.

A family-break
Amersfoort offers a number of activities for a great family holiday. In addition to medieval sights, the city has a zoo, an open-air swimming pool, and the Henschotermeer, a recreational lake with a white-sand beach. The entire group can also take a trip to Spakenburg, a fishing village to the north of the city. Finally, kids will love the Sk8Park Vathorst, which is the largest skate park in Europe, and offers facilities for inline skating, skate boarding and BMX bikes. 

Transport
Amersfoort is 35 minutes from Schiphol International Airport and is easily accessible by car and train. The main station has trains going to Amsterdam and Rotterdam . The A28 (Utrecht ) and A1 (Amsterdam) motorways both run through the city. Campanile Hotel Amersfoort is directly accessible from the latter. City buses provide circulation around the city. 

Gastronomy
Amersfoort has a wide array of dining options. The terraced cafés and restaurants of the city’s squares come to life at night, especially during the summer. Popular locations include the Hof, which features Mediterranean cuisine and a tapas restaurant, the Lieve Vrouwekerkhof and the Groenmarkt. 

Events
Amersfoort is constantly buzzing with activity during special events held in the holiday months. There is an annual Jazz Festival held in May, as well as the Stadsgeluid, an open-air dance festival in June. Visitors can also enjoy the second-hand fairs that take place on select Saturdays throughout the entire year.

Interesting fact
The Rusthof Cemetery, which serves Amersfoort, contains graves of WWII soldiers from Great Britain, Poland, Belgium, France, as well as victims from several eastern and southern European countries.

Useful links
Amersfoort tourism website
Amersfoort transportation
Amersfoort official website