Last updated: December 01, 2024
The holiday season has arrived in Hilversum! In this guide, you'll find all the events and activities our media city has to offer during December, whether you're a local or exploring Hilversum.
The vibrant center around the Groest and Market Square forms the heart of the festivities. Visitors can enjoy the atmospheric winter market, traditional Christmas lighting, and welcoming restaurants and cafes. From the center, you can easily walk to the Media Park, where various broadcasting companies open their doors for winter activities. In the surrounding neighborhoods, you'll also find numerous community activities and illuminated streets.
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Christmas market with unique Christmas products and treats.
The Kerstmarkt 'Kerst Natuurlijk' offers a wide range of Christmas stalls with treats, gifts, brocante, Christmas greenery, and homemade baked goods. Both inside and outside the visitor center, there are various vendors with unique products.
Where: Hilversum | More Info: Hilversum Christmas Market
Free crafts for children and a Dickens sing-a-long with lantern procession.
On December 14, the entire Ruijsdaelplein in Naarden is filled with stalls offering the best Christmas, winter, festive, and gift items. Enjoy our food and drink area with delicious winter treats The Christmas man will visit and you can take a photo with him in his sleigh. Children can participate in free crafts, making a cute Christmas man or a lantern.
Where: Naarden | More Info: Naarden Christmas Market
Guided walk with a park ranger over historical estates.
Walking over the historical estates Boekesteyn, Schaep and Burgh, and Bantam in 's-Graveland. This walk lasts about 2 hours and offers a unique look at the cultural history of the three estates.
Where: s-Graveland | More Info: Discover the Winter Estates of ’s-Graveland
Walk through 's-Graveland's Buitenplaatsen with child-friendly activities.
Guided walk through the Buitenplaatsen of 's-Graveland and discover the autumn forest. This family walk is specifically designed for families with children aged 4 and up and lasts one and a half hours.
Where: Hilversum | More Info: OERR Strolling with the Forester in the Autumn Forest
Medieval castle with historical gardens and unique architecture.
Visit medieval Amsterdam Castle Muiderslot to enjoy a rich history and unique architecture.
Where: Muiden | More Info: Visit Medieval Amsterdam Castle Muiderslot
Unique salon boats with full customization to your wishes.
A private boat trip on the Vecht and Loosdrecht Lakes offers a unique experience with beautiful nature and lively surroundings. The salon boats of Rederij Belle are fully customizable to your wishes, both in terms of sailing time and catering.
Where: Loosdrecht | More Info: Private Boat Trip Vecht and Loosdrecht Lakes
Historic fortress island with unique natural environment.
Visit the deserted fortress island Pampus to experience the unique combination of nature and history.
Where: Muiden | More Info: To Deserted Fortress Island Pampus
Historical buildings and architecture of the town hall.
A guided tour of the Town Hall in Hilversum offers a glimpse into the city's historical buildings and architecture.
Where: Hilversum | More Info: Guided Tour Townhall Hilversum