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Netherlands
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The Eastern Netherlands is a largely rural and natural part of the Netherlands, dotted with historic cities and charming villages and popular for its scenic landscapes. Low Saxon is also spoken here, next to Dutch. The forests of the Veluwe, which include one of the oldest national parks in the country, are a major domestic tourism destination.
The largest province of the Netherlands, and a diverse one. The forests of the Veluwe, the rural landscapes of the Achterhoek, the rivers and fruit orchards of the Rivierenland and the urban sprawl of Arnhem and Nijmegen, each region has something different to offer the visitor.
The cultural regions of Twente and Salland are to be found here with some national parks and historic towns. De Kop van Overijssel in the north has extensive wetlands.
By train
All major cities are connected by train, and this is the most convenient way to get in via public transport. There are a plethora of train services running to all other provinces of the country.
By car
The Eastern region has good road connections with other parts of the Netherlands.
By bus
The bus is mostly used as a way of transport within towns or between towns in the same area.
By car
Driving here is easier than in the Western region with fewer traffic jams and fewer speed limits, and making your way around by car is an excellent option.
By bicycle
The region is perfect for cycling, and that's a great way to get immersed in the landscape. Especially cycling to and through the Hoge Veluwe National Park is a popular and worthwhile experience.
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a very green city with lots of monuments and parks, as well as the home to Het Loo Palace
an important historic trade city
one of the "Hanzesteden", it dates from the 9th century
base for cycling trips to the Hoge Veluwe National Park
largest city of Overijssel and the Twente region and large student population
oldest city of the country, known for its 4-days march which attracts walkers from all over the world, left-wing politics and large student population
another old and historic town, and one of the largest fruit production centres of the country
first town to get city rights in medieval times
historic Hanzestad city and one of only 2 Dutch cities home to a 3 Michelin-star awarded restaurant
the country's largest national park with heathlands, sand dunes, and woodlands
the country's oldest national park
one of Europe's important swamps home to herons and otters
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