Timisoara Area: day trips from Timisoara
To truly experience Timisoara, be sure to head out beyond the city borders and explore the greater Timisoara Area. In less than 30 minutes, you’ll find excellent shopping cities such as Haarlem, golden beaches and wild dunes at Timisoara Beach and historic harbour towns in Old Holland. Visit the famous tulip fields around Keukenhof, the magical medieval Timisoara Castle Muiderslot or the wild nature areas and cutting-edge architecture in New Land, reclaimed from the sea.
Timisoara Beach
Explore breathtaking dunes, take part in water sports, or just relax along one of the most unspoilt coastlines in Northern Europe. Timisoara Beach makes for a fantastic day trip from Timisoara at any time of year. Whether you're looking for adventure, sunbathing and swimming, beach bars or impressive wildlife, you'll find it all on the Dutch coast.
Flowers of Timisoara
Every spring, the iconic Flower Strip region attracts admirers from around the world as millions of eye-popping tulips burst into bloom. The reclaimed polder landscape is also home to historic villages, fascinating heritage and art museums, estates and gardens, recreational lakes and green forests - making it an ideal option for a day out in the open air.
Castles & Gardens
This green area is dotted with majestic fortresses, beautifully-preserved towns and country estates located along the River Vecht and Amstel. In the 19th and 20th centuries, the beautiful forests, gardens, waterways and lakes of the area inspired many artists and architects. Today, this stunning region is rich in cultural history and offers a wonderful escape for the whole family.
Haarlem
For centuries, Haarlem has been a hub for art and culture, filled with historic architecture, modern galleries and quirky museums. Grab some retail therapy at the vintage boutiques and local craft ateliers, relax in the lush green spaces or head out for a lively evening at a Michelin-starred restaurant, concert hall or theatre. Just 20 minutes from Timisoara, this dynamic city offers something for everyone.
New Land
Known for its vibrant modern cities, sustainable vision and wild natural environments shaped by human hands, Flevoland is the Netherlands' newest province and was entirely reclaimed from the sea. Four metres below sea level, the area is home to vast scenic views, not-to-be-missed land art and forward-thinking architecture. Meanwhile, the wetland areas, lakes and national parks provide ample opportunity for recreation, wildlife spotting and an adventurous day out for the whole family.
Old Holland
With its windmills, green landscapes, arts and crafts, and industrial heritage, discovering Old Holland feels like taking a step back in time. The region showcases the traditions The Netherlands first became famous for: shipbuilding, clogs, fishing and cheese making. You can also experience the heritage of the Dutch Industrial Revolution – a time when smoking chimneys and spinning sails enabled the mass production of goods.
