HD - 49 Minutes

Muiden is a charming fortified town near the IJmeer, just east of Amsterdam, with roots reaching back to the 10th century. Today it’s loved for its calm streets, cosy cafés, historic landmarks, and picturesque harbour. Muiden also forms an important part of the Defence Line of Amsterdam, a vast ring of fortifications created to protect the city. Step through the centuries-old walls and enjoy a relaxed stroll through one of the Netherlands’ oldest communities, where history feels close at every corner.

Not far away, Naarden offers an equally fascinating experience. The town is famous for its distinctive star-shaped fortress design, complete with thick fortified walls and a surrounding moat. The Fortress Museum invites visitors to explore the underground casemates and learn how life once worked in this garrison town. As you wander through Naarden’s streets, you’ll also encounter impressive historical buildings such as the St. Vitus Church, a grand Gothic basilica dating from the 14th and 15th centuries, adding another highlight to this deeply historic destination.