An impressive 200 years of history can be found in the Frederiksoord, Wilhelminaoord, Willemsoord and Boschoord areas. You will recognise the landscape features of a grand ideal. Landscape structures, dozens of monuments and colony farms have been preserved for prosperity
There are a multitude of walking and cycling routes, starting from the museum, which will invite you to find the special historical legacy in the landscape. Go on a voyage of discovery and see the colony houses, the colony church, the basket makers, the forestry school and the horticultural school.
A Tourist Info Point is located in the museum. We would gladly provide you with advice regarding the best routes, attractions and places of interest in the surrounding area.
The Colonies of Benevolence can offer plenty of attractive and unique accommodations for a wonderful stay. You can explore the amazing surroundings from a fantastic hotel or B&B. The area is well known for its beautiful nature, in addition to the extraordinary cultural-historical legacy. An impressive 3 National Parks (Drents-Friese Wold, Dwingelderveld and Weerribben-Wieden) surround the Free Colonies. Genuinely a region where culture and nature meet.
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