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Town and former municipality in North Holland, Netherlands
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Bussum is a small town south east of Amsterdam. Approximately 30,000 people live in Bussum.
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It is in the forested area between Bussum and Hilversum. You're at the right place here for extreme sports. Wall climbing, bouldering (climbing without a rope), indoor skiing and mountain biking can all be done. It's accessible for beginners and experts.
Serves decent Belgian, Dutch and French cuisine at reasonable prices.
Serves a decent meal for a reasonable price.
A grand cafe with a really nice atmosphere.
Popular cafe, near the train station.
Popular bar south of the centre.
Luxurious dinner restaurant and a hotel.
Bussum is easily reached by train: Naarden-Bussum station is 21 minutes from Amsterdam Central, and 23 minutes from Utrecht via Hilversum. The centre of town is about 5–10 minutes walk from the station.
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