Groeneveld Castle is one of the many monuments owned by the Dutch state. The castle dates from the beginning of the 18th century and was renovated in 2012. The historic buildings have been preserved in their original form, but the rooms have been equipped with all modern comforts. Groeneveld Castle organizes and develops exhibitions, children's activities and events that encourage visitors to look at nature and the surroundings in a different way.

This route is about 25 km. from Weesp and to the castle (see map below). Along the way you come among other things past the towns of Naarden, Bussum and Hilversum. The route also goes through the nature reserve, "Goois Nature Reserve Bussumheide".

The church tower in Naarden - Autumn 2021

Naarden is one of the best-preserved fortified cities in Europe and is especially famous for its special and well-preserved star shape. The fortress has six bastions, a double rampart and a double ring of canals. The extensive fortress was designed by Adriaen Anthonisz. Large parts from the 17th century are still preserved.

The picture is from "Goois Natuurreservaat Busumheide", where the characteristic communication tower in Hilversum is seen in the background

Gooi Nature Reserve consists of 65 separate nature reserves that are partially connected to each other. These areas include several heaths. The areas stretch from Gooimeer in the north near Huizen to Hollandsche Rading in the south. Goois Nature Reserve Bussumheide is just one of the 65 reserves.