Historical museums in the region

Treasures of great value

Dive into the past and experience history up close. From archaeological finds and monuments to stories from the Golden Age and World War II - heritage museums bring history to life. Be surprised by the wealth of our cultural heritage!

Featured - Vechtstreek Museum Maarssen

The Vechtstreek Museum is located in former Silversteyn House, one of the many country estates along the Vecht in Maarssen. This small-scale cultural-historical museum showcases the history of Maarssen, the Vecht and its beautiful country estates. Its beautiful location in the park of Goudestein, on the river Vecht, means it still breathes the atmosphere of the seventeenth century.

 

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Heritage museums in the Utrecht region - Finds, collections and monuments

Featured - Grebbelinie Visitor Centre

In this special national monument, you will discover what role the Grebbelinie played in the defence of our country. The Grebbelinie is revived on and around the fort's defence walls. The stories of the wooden soldiers bring you closer to history.

 

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Map with all heritage museums - in the Utrecht region