Eemnes can be explored from several perspectives: the protected townscape of Eemnes-Buiten, the history of the harbour and water management, and the birdlife of the polders each give a stay a different focus. If you are looking for accommodation in Eemnes, you can plan your stay around your interests in culture, walking or cycling.
Local History and Water Engineering
The nationally protected townscape of Eemnes-Buiten includes the old town centre around the Nederlands Hervormde kerk. At the Oudheidkamer Eemnes, a model shows the area around the harbour of Eemnes-Buiten as it looked around 1935. Also on display are caps and jewellery that were part of the regional dress in Eemnes.
The tower of the Hervormde Kerk at Kerkstraat 16 in Eemnes dates from 1521 and has a mechanical clock mechanism of French manufacture dating from 1901. The stone lock at the end of the Eemnesser Vaart can once again be seen in its original condition following the restoration completed in 1994. At Korte Maatsweg 5, the pumping station and lock form a relatively well-preserved ensemble of cultural and historical value.
Walking, Cycling and Birdwatching
The polder landscape of Eemnes can be explored on a walk and is home to a rich variety of birdlife, among other things. Cycling routes run through the Eempolder and along the River Eem, where you can spot unusual birds.
The Klompenpad Nesserpad is a 10-kilometre circular walking route. It starts at the Oude Haven car park at the junction of Eemnesser Vaartsteeg and Wakkerendijk in Eemnes, and follows unpaved paths wherever possible, through farmland and along historic routes in the Eemland polder landscape. The route also passes through the Eempolder, over the Zomerdijk, past Gemaal Eemnes and back to the starting point. Seasonal visitor restrictions apply to the Nesserpad, so check the route page before setting out.
The 8-kilometre Eemlandroute runs over two medieval dikes. Halfway along, there is a birdwatching hide on the Eemmeer. There is also a 13-kilometre family cycling route near Eemnes. The Eemnesserpolder cycling route is 27 kilometres long and takes you to the natural areas of Eemnes.
There is a clear difference when choosing an activity: the Nesserpad is a 10-kilometre circular walking route, while the two cycling routes are 13 and 27 kilometres long. This makes it easy to compare the routes by activity and distance, without conflating their different destinations and features.
Practical Starting Points
At TOP Theetuin Eemnes, visitors can park their car and set off on cycling or walking routes. The Raadhuislaan bus stop on Wakkerendijk is no more than 100 metres from the Oudheidkamer Eemnes. These details relate to different planning needs: parking for routes and the distance from the bus stop to the museum.
For the broader travel overview: Eemnes.
