Hattem's Windmills, Bakeries and Ghosts: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Netherlands , Netherlands

Hattem's Windmills, Bakeries and Ghosts: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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45m - 2h

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About this experience

Hattem’s central location makes it easy to visit from wherever you are staying in the Netherlands. Even though it's small, it was once part of the mighty Hanseatic League of trading towns and cities across northern Europe.

On this self-guided GPS audio tour, you'll wander down picturesque lanes past windmills, pocket-sized homes, imposing fortified town walls, ghost houses and bakeries with your guide, Annette Welkamp, the Director of Culture Counsel. There are also plenty of places to stop on the way to pull up a chair, order a coffee and watch the world walk, or cycle, past.

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Hattem's Windmills, Bakeries and Ghosts: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

What's included

Lifetime access to this tour in English

VoiceMap app for Android and iOS

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Detailed itinerary

What better way to start your tour of a Dutch town than by checking out a windmill?

This museum presents the life and work of one of the most beloved artists and illustrators in the Netherlands.

The Dyke Gate is the only one of the four original inner entrance gates to the old walled city. It conjures up a time of mediaeval knights, castles and fortifications, all of which played a role in Hattem’s past.

The Dutch Bakery Museum is a real sweet treat. Check out the sights, the smells and sounds of the museum. Then take a seat and order a coffee with traditional Dutch baked temptations at the Museum’s Café. Finally, pop into the Museum shop for something yummy to take home.

This picture-perfect house conjures up images of paintings by Dutch master artist Johannes Vermeer. Perhaps a woman with pearl earrings also lived here. The family of the former Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Herman Willem Daendels, certainly did.

This restaurant is located on the remains of the forecourt of a very large mediaeval castle that stood nearby. Ask the staff if they have seen any ghosts.

Hattem’s Town Hall keeps a watchful eye over the market square and the main church.

Almost a 1,000 years old, this majestic church is at the heart of Hattem. Its interior is elegant and finely-tuned in that very northern European way. From the beautiful flowers that decorate the soaring white ceiling to the inscribed gravestones underfoot, less is definitely more. And not one, but two organs, makes it all complete

This museum gives the visitor an opportunity to explore inside a historic homestead with its low ceilings, tiled floors and private garden. On display are art, historical and archaeological objects that tell the many stories of Hattem.

What's not included

Smartphone and headphones

Transportation

Food and drink

Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Available languages

Audio guide

Reviews breakdown

Tripadvisor 3.7

3 reviews

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Important information

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meeting point

Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

Important notes

VOICEMAP CODE
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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app
2. Create an account
3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
4. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE
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• You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
• This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
• When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
• Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT
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For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.me

About Netherlands

The Netherlands, known for its picturesque canals, vibrant cities, and rich cultural heritage, offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern innovation. With its flat landscapes, iconic windmills, and world-renowned museums, it's a destination that captivates travelers seeking both relaxation and cultural enrichment.

Top Attractions

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The Rijksmuseum is the Dutch national museum dedicated to arts and history. It houses an extensive collection of Dutch Golden Age paintings and artworks.

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Keukenhof Gardens

Keukenhof is one of the world's largest flower gardens, famous for its stunning displays of tulips and other flowers.

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Anne Frank House

The Anne Frank House is a biographical museum dedicated to Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank. The building is where Anne Frank and her family hid from Nazi persecution during World War II.

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Zaanse Schans

Zaanse Schans is an open-air museum and village featuring traditional Dutch houses, windmills, and crafts.

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Van Gogh Museum

The Van Gogh Museum is an art museum dedicated to the works of Vincent van Gogh and his contemporaries.

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Must-Try Local Dishes

Stamppot

A traditional Dutch dish made with mashed potatoes and vegetables, often served with smoked sausage.

Main Dish Vegetarian options available.

Poffertjes

Miniature pancakes served with powdered sugar and butter.

Dessert Vegetarian.

Haring

Raw herring fish, typically eaten with onions and pickles.

Snack Contains fish.

Popular Activities

Cycling Kayaking Visiting spas Strolling along canals Museum visits Attending festivals Canal cruises Ice-skating

Best Time to Visit

April to September

This is the best time to visit the Netherlands, with pleasant weather and blooming flowers. It's ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the countryside.

15°C to 25°C 59°F to 77°F