Summer may be coming to an end, but in Gorinchem, the enjoyment continues. In late summer, the fortified town is at its best: warm colours, cosy terraces and plenty of opportunities to go out. Come discover, walk, cycle and stay overnight in the most beautiful fortified town in the Netherlands.
Discover the stories of Gorinchem
Behind the sturdy ramparts and narrow alleys lurk centuries-old stories. Walk along with an experienced VVV city guide and let him take you past bastions, city gates and hidden places. The guide will tell you all about the city's rich history and surprising anecdotes. City walks can easily be booked online.
View our walksStay overnight in Gorinchem
After-summer in Gorinchem is also: staying longer. Book an atmospheric B&B, hotel room or a cosy flat within the fortress walls and enjoy a weekend or midweek break. Combine culture with culinary enjoyment and complete your visit with a walk or a boat trip.
See moreDiscover the region by bicycle
Get on your bike and experience the surroundings of Gorinchem. With its vast polders, dykes and picturesque villages, the region is perfect for exploring. Cycle routes take you past forts, water lines and the rivers that make this area unique. A sporty and relaxing way to experience late summer.
View cycling routesThe Merwede connects - Vestingdriehoek
Together with Woudrichem, Slot Loevestein and Fort Vuren, Gorinchem forms the Fortress Triangle. The Merwede river connects these iconic locations. The ferries take you easily from city to fort and castle. A unique way to combine culture, nature and history during your visit to Gorinchem.
Fortress triangle