The Green Heart is one of the most beautiful and characteristic landscapes in the Netherlands. In this green area, right in the heart of the Randstad, you will find vast meadows, peat meadows, meandering rivers such as the Lek and the Linge and atmospheric historical towns. Here you will experience peace, space and the real Dutch polder landscape.

Within Utrecht Region, discover the Green Heart around places like Woerden, Oudewater, Montfoort, Lopik and IJsselstein. Cycle over dykes along the water, hike through bird-rich nature reserves and visit castles, mills and artisan museums. The Green Heart of the Netherlands is perfect for a day out, an active cycling trip or a relaxing weekend away in the province of Utrecht.

Whether you come for nature, culture, regional products or historical sights: in the Green Heart you experience Utrecht at its purest.

The Green Heart in the province of Utrecht consists of atmospheric towns such as Oudewater, Montfoort and Lopik. Between the rivers Lek and Linge, you will enjoy historic towns, polder landscapes and vast nature reserves.

Explore the Green Heart via scenic walking and cycling routes along rivers, windmills and green meadows. Cycle along the Lek and Linge rivers or hike through the Utrechtse Waarden. The Green Heart in the Utrecht region is perfect for tranquillity, space and typical Dutch countryside.

Spending the night in the Green Heart means staying between meadows, rivers and historic towns. Choose a farmhouse stay, B&B or atmospheric hotel in places like Woerden, Montfoort or Lopik. The region in the province of Utrecht is ideal for a relaxing weekend away.