Guide to Utrecht
The historic and university city of Utrecht is located in the central part of the Netherlands in the province of the same name. You can find it halfway between Amsterdam and Rotterdam. Utrecht is the fourth biggest city in the Netherlands and has a population of 330,000. Due to the fact that the largest Dutch university is located here, a significant part of the population is made up of young people. That's why you can not only enjoy the beautiful sights here, but also great nightlife.
Accommodation in Utrecht
In Utrecht, we will be happy to help you with the selection of accommodation according to your requirements and its subsequent reservation. In addition to well-known hotel chains such as Holiday Inn Express Utrecht - Papendorp or Ibis Utrecht, we can offer you accommodation in hotels, pensions or apartments in Utrecht. The most luxurious hotel in Utrecht is the 5-star Grand Hotel Karel V. The hotel has a capacity of 121 rooms, yet each room has its own authentic atmosphere. However, Hotel Karel V is not only famous for its luxurious accommodation, but also for its famous restaurant. We can also offer you the following 4-star luxury hotels in Utecht: Hotel Mitland or Hotel Park Plaza Utrecht.
History of Utrecht
The city itself was founded by the Roman Emperor Claudius by the Rhine River, which at the time marked the northernmost border of the Roman Empire. In the 7th century, Utrecht becomes a bishopric and also one of the most influential seats of the Roman Catholic Church in the Netherlands. That's why it was here from 11-15. century many churches and monasteries were built and some of them can still be admired here (Gothic St. Martin's Cathedral). The University of Utrecht (Universiteit Utrecht) was founded in 1636. 30,000 students study here annually. Among its main fields are social and humanitarian fields, the faculty of natural sciences, and then the faculty of law and economics. The growth of the city was started by the opening of a railway connection with Amsterdam in 1843, until Utrecht eventually became an important railway hub for the whole of Holland. During World War II, the city was occupied by German troops until liberated by Canadian troops in May 1945.
Transport to Utrecht
The fastest way to get to Utrecht is to fly to nearby Amsterdam (Schiphol Airport), from where there is a direct train to Utrecht Central Station. For moving around the city, we can recommend using your own resources, either walking or bicycles, which are everywhere in the Netherlands.
Sights, attractions and activities in Utrecht
The dominant feature of Utrecht is undoubtedly the 112-meter-high Dom Tower. The tower is part of the Gothic church De Dom and its height makes it the tallest church tower in the Netherlands. It probably goes without saying that the view from such a high altitude is breathtaking. After the challenging climb to the tower, you can relax directly in the Pandhof monastery garden of the Dom church. Another interesting place in the historic center of Utrecht is the water canal Oudegracht (Old Canal). Along it you will find countless shops, restaurants and cafes, where it is worth sitting for a while. We definitely recommend a boat ride along the canal itself. You can also visit a number of museums in Utrecht, most of which are located in the Museum Quarter, about a 10-minute walk from Central Station. The Fort Hoofdijk botanical garden, which is part of the Uithof university campus, is also worth a visit. The garden was founded in 1963 and today you can see over 6 thousand types of plants here.
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