Vagabonds' Day 2026 at Bitter en Zoet in Veenhuizen

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Vagabonds' 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.

This year you can choose from four beautiful routes:

20 kilometers: The ultimate challenge that takes you through the breathtaking nature of the Fochteloërveen.

15, 10 or 5 kilometers: Atmospheric routes that lead you past the most special and historic places of UNESCO World Heritage Veenhuizen.

Taste the atmosphere (and the local delicacies!)

It's not just a walking tour; the local entrepreneurs really make it a party! They open their doors especially for this day. You'll walk past, among other things:

The impressive National Prison Museum 🏛️

Brouwerij Maallust & Kaasmakerij Kaaslust for true connoisseurs 🍻🧀

Specialty fries shop Piepers en Paupers for a tasty treat 🍟

Why Bitter en Zoet

Sleep in a monument that shaped Dutch history

Our hotel and restaurant occupy the monumental hospital of Veenhuizen - a place that wrote a century of the Dutch story. You sleep among the original walls, corridors and windows of that story, with every comfort of today.

Living history

A national monument in the unique colony village of Veenhuizen, UNESCO World Heritage.

Food with a story

Kitchen led by Chef Peter and Sous-Chef Jos: local, organic and full of character.

Space and quiet

Green avenues, forests and silence - right outside the monument's door.

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