Kop van Overijssel Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sunset over a grassy field with cows grazing.
A traditional brick building with a thatched roof, a tree with pink blossoms, and a bench.
A canal with a narrowboat, thatched-roof houses, and a wooden bridge.
A canal with a bridge, trees, and houses along the banks.
A wooden boat docked at a canal, a thatched-roof house, and lush greenery.

Enjoy the nature and the practical location of this region of Overijssel. Spend a weekend with your partner or a week with the whole family!

Kop van Overijssel is the promontory of the province, hence the name Head of Overijssel, and is bordered on three sides by the provinces Friesland, Drenthe and Flevoland. This practical location is perfect for day trips to the other provinces. Kop van Overijssel also has a lot to offer such as charming villages and a great national park.

One of the most beautiful parts of Kop van Overijssel is Giethoorn, which is also known as the Venice of the North. Take a boat tour or hire a boat yourself and sail through this green water village and enjoy the picturesque bridges and the stately traditional villas.

Nature lovers will love National Park Weerribben-Wieden, one of the biggest interconnected peatlands in north-western Europe and the perfect place for a day outdoors. Beulakerwijde is a must. This huge lake is perfect for boating.

Cities such as Heerenveen in Friesland and Lelystad in Flevoland are very near by! You can also easily combine your stay in Overijssel with some culture or an evening of clubbing.

The best way to enjoy the region’s abundant nature is by bicycle or boat. Pack a picnic and spend the whole day outdoors!

Kop van Overijssel is north of Zwolle, a city that is easy to reach by train and car. Once you're in the region you can often park for free but always check to make sure before you leave the car.

Spend a few days in Overijssel and discover its stunning nature. You'll love it!

MyHotelSteenwijk

MyHotelSteenwijk

4 out of 5
Oostermeentherand Steenwijk OV
The price is £79 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
£79
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Steenwijk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eesermeer and Rabo Theater De Meenthe are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (126 reviews)
"Absolutely fantasitc accommodation. Room was perfect and incredibly clean and modern. Loads of free parking on site. Not complaints at all!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

MyHotelSteenwijk
Kroondomein Giethoorn

Kroondomein Giethoorn

3.5 out of 5
33a Binnenpad Giethoorn Overste
The price is £221 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£221
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this chalet in Giethoorn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, airport drop-off service (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions De Oude Aarde and Giethoorn 't Olde ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
"Hotel Kroondomein Giethoorn was incredible! The accommodations were fantastic and the property manager was incredibly helpful. We highly recommend renting a boat."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Kroondomein Giethoorn
Fletcher Hotel - Restaurant De Eese - Giethoorn

Fletcher Hotel - Restaurant De Eese - Giethoorn

4 out of 5
Duivenslaagte 2 De Bult
The price is £85 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£85
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in De Bult. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eesermeer and Rabo Theater De ...
7.8/10 Good! (355 reviews)
"Restaurant offers very good options for dinner. Breakfast was good but could be better if it had a toaster and a selection of juices not just orange juice."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Fletcher Hotel - Restaurant De Eese - Giethoorn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Waterpark Giethoorn

Waterpark Giethoorn

3 out of 5
17B Binnenpad Giethoorn OV
Stay at this chalet in Giethoorn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions De Oude Aarde and Giethoorn ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (21 reviews)
"Lovely little spot, hired a boat for 3 hours and cruised the canals"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Waterpark Giethoorn
Kroondomein Giethoorn

Kroondomein Giethoorn

3.5 out of 5
33a Binnenpad Giethoorn Overste
Stay at this chalet in Giethoorn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, airport drop-off service (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions De Oude Aarde and Giethoorn 't Olde ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
"Hotel Kroondomein Giethoorn was incredible! The accommodations were fantastic and the property manager was incredibly helpful. We highly recommend renting a boat."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Kroondomein Giethoorn
A Stunning Contemporary Designed Houseboat.

A Stunning Contemporary Designed Houseboat.

Giethoorn Overste
Stay at this family-friendly houseboat in Giethoorn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Beulakerwijde and Giethoorn 't Olde ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Very cool experience
"The property is excellent and in a quiet area ideal for taking a break. Giethoorn is a beatifull place and it is higly recommended for a visit. Overall excellent experience and very highly recommended"

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2024

A Stunning Contemporary Designed Houseboat.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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