Train walking along the IJssel: Hanseatic cities Kampen-Zwolle

  • The Netherlands
  • Overijssel
  • Kampen
  • 20.93 km (Approximately 05:13 u)
  • Hiking route 843156
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Train walking along the IJssel: Hanseatic cities Kampen-Zwolle

  • The Netherlands
  • Overijssel
  • Kampen
  • 20.93 km (Approximately 05:13 u)
  • Hiking route 843156

This walking route of over 21 kilometers takes you along the IJssel from Kampen to Zwolle. A beautiful walk in which nature and city are alternated.

Walking along the IJssel
The starting point of this walking route is Kampen train station, which is located on the IJssel. You walk a few kilometers along the IJssel towards Wilsum, which provides beautiful views. When you arrive in's-Heerenbroek after about 10 kilometers, it is time for the first stop at Theehuis Zalkerveer. Take a rest and enjoy a cup of coffee, tea and possibly a tasty lunch. Theehuis Zalkerveer is located in the most dangerous bend on the IJssel, namely at the place where the river makes a turn of more than ninety degrees. And that ensures a spectacular view from the terrace.

Hanseatic city of Zwolle
The route continues down along the IJssel, a great route to walk. Along the water, enjoying the view and the tranquility around you. Along the way you will pass through several small villages along the IJssel, such as Spoolde and Katerveer. You also walk right through the English Work, a park on former fortifications. Zwolle is bordered by city walls and canals. In the late Middle Ages, Zwolle was an important Hanseatic city and you can still see that in all the beautiful buildings. During this walk you will be amazed in this beautiful city. The end point of this walk is Zwolle train station.

Bustling Zwolle
In addition to the fact that Zwolle has a rich history, this Hanseatic city also has nice shops and eateries. After the walk you deserve a nice meal! You can then take the train home from Zwolle station.

This walk is divided into the following sub-routes:

Or view the entire route.

Train discount for walkers: 2 for the price of 1
We have a nice train offer for your return journey to the starting point of your walk. After your hike, travel back together for the price of one. More information about Blauwnetlines can be found at route.nl/blauwnet

Directions

# Description Distance
Treinstation Kampen (Kampen, 8267 AB, Kampen, Overijssel, The Netherlands) 0.00 km
G63
G63 (Meester J.L.M. Niersallee, 8266JA, Kampen, Overijssel, The Netherlands) 2.23 km
g74
g74 (8274AA, Kampen, Overijssel, The Netherlands) 4.03 km
g75
g75 (8274AE, Kampen, Overijssel, The Netherlands) 5.74 km
G71
G71 (Overijssel, The Netherlands) 6.02 km
g70
g70 (8274AG, Kampen, Overijssel, The Netherlands) 6.07 km

Sights

Hanzestad Zwolle

Horreus de Haaspad
8019 BM Zwolle

The Hanseatic city of Zwolle has a lot to offer you: a beautiful medieval center with centuries-old buildings and attractive alleys, a wide range of shops, cozy restaurants, beautiful parks and interesting museums. Zwolle joined the German Hanseatic League in 1407, an alliance between cities to stimulate trade. Zwolle experienced its 'Golden Age' as a result in the 15th century. Zwolle used to have a favorable location on existing trade routes and the city benefited from this. Nowadays you can still see traces of this rich history in Zwolle. Think of historic decorated facades, the defensive wall, the Sassenpoort, the Peperbus and the star-shaped city moat. All these sights are all worth a visit. Take a walk or a bike ride through Zwolle and admire all the beauty that can be found here. Enough of all the history? Then you can also enjoy shopping in Zwolle. It is the largest shopping city in Overijssel.

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