29aug
Bitter & Fire
A culinary jazz evening around the open fire.
12sep
Maallust tasting
Five beers from the village, with matching bites from our kitchen.
04oct
Walk & lunch
A morning walk with guide Peter, followed by a long lunch.
21nov
Game menu
Five courses around game and root vegetables from the region.
Bitter & Fire
A culinary jazz evening in our orchard. End the summer in style and let yourself be taken on a unique culinary journey. On Saturday, August 29th, we kick off the very first edition of Bitter & Fire! Our idyllic orchard forms the backdrop for an evening full of warmth, live music, and gastronomic delights from the barbecue.
Read moreVagabonds' Day 2026
Fancy a wonderful, active, and above all, enjoyable Sunday? Then get your walking shoes ready, because on Sunday, June 7th, 2026, “De Landloper” will once again organize its annual hiking tour! Whether you are a trained long-distance hiker or just want a relaxed stroll with the family: there is something for everyone.
Read moreUnique afternoon in Veenhuizen
Experience an unforgettable Sunday in Veenhuizen! On May 17, 2026, culinary tradition, heritage, and music come together during a special afternoon program. The day starts with a local lunch at our neighbors Maallust, followed by a captivating walk through the UNESCO landscape led by a guide. The afternoon concludes enchantingly in the Koepelkerk with a concert by top musicians Hermine Deurloo, Cor Bakker & Reinout Douma.
Read moreEdible Plant Market
On Sunday, May 17, 2026, we celebrate a festive anniversary in Veenhuizen! For the tenth time, the nearby Tuinen van Weldadigheid will be the setting for the Edible Plant Market. From 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, you can wander through the orchard and along the Dijk, browsing stalls full of organic plants, seeds, gardening supplies, and local delicacies. With live music, workshops, and guided tours, this is the perfect place to celebrate spring.
Read moreSpring Festival at Maallust
On Saturday, May 9, Veenhuizen awakens from its winter sleep during the Spring Festival at Brouwerij Maallust. From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM, our neighbor celebrates spring with the finest fresh beers from friendly breweries across the country, live music, and the indispensable conviviality of the complex.
Read morePrison Day
On Saturday, May 23, 2026, the National Prison Museum organizes the spectacular Prison Day. A unique opportunity to experience the world of justice and detention up close. From drug dogs and cell buses to re-enacted trials and conversations with former detainees; this is an educational and exciting day out for all ages.
Read moreNoordergloed Festival
On June 20 and 21, our village transforms into a vibrant stage during Noordergloed. This festival illuminates Veenhuizen with music, theater, and special encounters. Where the village once was a place of isolation, we now wander together past monumental buildings and green yards to enjoy culture and heritage in a unique landscape.
Read moreWorld Heritage Public Day
Here is an inviting text for the agenda, beautifully combining the World Heritage milestone and the unique role of Bitter & Zoet:
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