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Woerden - cheese, history and heritage

Woerden is a historic fortified town in the Green Heart of the province of Utrecht. The city is known for its Roman past, characteristic fortifications and rich cheese-making tradition. Stroll through the atmospheric city centre, visit Woerden Castle and discover the Cheese Warehouse, where everything revolves around the famous Woerden cheese story.

Combine culture with nature and explore the surrounding polder landscape via walking and cycling routes along the Grecht river and through the outlying area of Kamerik. Woerden is a versatile destination for a day out or weekend away in the Utrecht region.

Highlights of Woerden - Crafts, Romans and heritage

Discover Woerden's highlights and be surprised by historical fortifications, the Cheese Warehouse and Woerden Castle. Visit the Stadsmuseum, climb the Petrustoren tower and experience the city's Roman past. Woerden combines heritage, cheese and cosiness in the Green Heart of Utrecht.

The best walking and cycling routes - in Woerden

Explore Woerden and the surrounding Green Heart via beautiful walking and cycling routes along the Grecht river, through Kamerik's polder landscape and past historic fortifications. Discover the Cheese Valley route or take a tour of the city centre. Ideal for active enjoyment in Utrecht province.

The best events - in Woerden

Woerden is known for its cheese markets, regional markets and cultural events in the historic city centre. From summer festivals to culinary activities around cheese and regional products: there is something to experience in Woerden all year round. Check the current agenda and plan your visit to the Green Heart.

The best places to stay - in Woerden

Spending the night in Woerden means staying in a fortified town in the middle of the Green Heart. Choose a hotel in the historic city centre, a B&B in the outskirts of Kamerik or a rural lodge among the meadows. Perfect for a relaxing weekend away in the province of Utrecht.

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