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4-Day walking holiday (approx. 55 km) across the Veluwe heathlands & past Doorwerth Castle

Hotel Wander
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Hotel Wander
Hotel Wander
Hotel Wander
Hotel Wander
Hotel Wander

This exclusive walking holiday can only be booked through ViaLuxury – and we are proud of it!

Discover the surprising diversity of the Wageningen area during a fully arranged 4-day walking holiday. You will stay for three nights at Hotel Wander and walk through forests, across vast heathlands, past country estates and through the rolling countryside towards Doorwerth Castle.

The best thing about this package? You decide how active you want your holiday to be. Choose to walk one, two or all three routes, covering approximately 55 kilometres in total. On the first and third evening, you will also enjoy a delicious 3-Course dinner at Brass Beau. Little treats have been taken care of too, with a bottle of bubbles in your room, Wander Sweet Treats, a portion of bitterballen and a takeaway for your walk.

After each day of walking, return to Hotel Wander and relax before the next stage of your adventure.

Sample itinerary:

  • Day 1: Arrival at Hotel Wander & 3-Course dinner at Brass Beau
  • Day 2: Ginkelse Heide (approx. 19.9 km)
  • Day 3: To Doorwerth Castle (approx. 19.6 km) & 3-Course dinner at Brass Beau
  • Day 4: Wageningse Berg & Belmonte Arboretum (approx. 15.5 km)

Day 1 | Arrival

Thanks to the included early check-in, you are welcome at Hotel Wander from 12:00. Settle into your Plant Leaf Twin Room at your leisure and toast to the days ahead with the bottle of bubbles waiting for you in your room.

In the evening, enjoy a delicious 3-Course dinner at Brass Beau.

Day 2 | Ginkelse Heide (approx. 19.9 km)

After breakfast, put on your walking shoes for a beautiful hike across the Ginkelse Heide. Vast heathlands and surrounding greenery provide the backdrop for this almost 20-kilometre walk. With only limited elevation changes, it is a wonderful route for taking in the characteristic Veluwe landscape.

Afterwards, return to Hotel Wander and enjoy a free evening to choose a cosy restaurant of your liking.

Day 3 | To Doorwerth Castle (approx. 19.6 km)

Today combines nature, history and plenty of variety. The route takes you through the green countryside towards Doorwerth Castle, passing Oranje Nassau's Oord and the Renkumse Beekdal, which flows into the Rhine. With more than 200 metres of elevation gain, this is the most challenging walk of the package.

Doorwerth Castle is a beautiful destination along the way and is certainly worth a visit. The castle is normally open Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 17:00, with last admission at 16:00. Admission to the castle is not included in the package. Regular admission is currently €15 per adult; Museum Card holders enjoy free admission during regular opening hours. Always check the latest opening hours and admission prices before departure.

After returning to Hotel Wander, you will once again enjoy a 3-Course dinner at Brass Beau.

Day 4 | Wageningse Berg & Belmonte Arboretum (approx. 15.5 km)

Still eager to walk? On the final day, discover the beautiful countryside surrounding Wageningen. Walk along the edge of the forest and across the moraine, with sandy paths, fields, country estates and beautiful panoramic views along the way.

A special highlight is the Belmonte Arboretum on the Wageningse Berg. This botanical garden of more than 10 hectares is renowned for its remarkable trees, shrubs and plants, while its southern side offers beautiful views across the Lower Rhine and the Betuwe region. The arboretum is open 365 days a year, from sunrise to sunset.

At 15.5 kilometres, this route is a wonderful way to round off three varied days of walking. Thanks to the late check-out until 14:00, you also have extra time to make the most of your final day.

Everything is taken care of during your stay. You can park for free at Hotel Wander and easily navigate from the hotel to the various walking routes. An extensive breakfast awaits you every morning, and you will receive a convenient takeaway for your walk.

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Highlights

Specially selected walking routes
Breakfast included
Dinner included
Early check-in
Late check out
Free parking

This package for 2 persons includes the following:

3 x Overnight stay

✓ 3 x Overnight stay

The room is stylishly decorated and the mattresses are high quality, allowing you to wake up rested. Enjoy watching a Netflix series with the Free High Speed WiFi on your phone or iPad. The bathroom is equipped with lovely Rituals products and soft towels. Please note: The photos shown provide an impression of the room; layout, location or furnishings may vary slightly. Of course, the style, quality and atmosphere remain as you may expect from Hotel Wander.

Daily breakfast buffet

✓ Daily breakfast buffet

Start your day in a relaxed way with the delicious breakfast at Hotel Wander. In addition to the extensive buffet, you can also choose from various à-la-carte breakfast dishes, such as freshly prepared egg dishes, pancakes and other tasty specialities. A wonderful start to the day in a stylish atmosphere.

3-Course dinner (1st and 3rd evening)

✓ 3-Course dinner (1st and 3rd evening)

Enjoy a delicious 3-Course dinner at Brass Beau on the day of arrival and on the third evening of your stay. In a warm and contemporary setting, savour dishes lovingly prepared with local and sustainable ingredients. From a flavourful starter to an elegant dessert, every course is an ode to nature. Please note: the restaurant is closed on Sundays. If one of the dinners falls on a Sunday, it will be moved to another evening.

Bottle of prosecco in the room

✓ Bottle of prosecco in the room

Something to celebrate or simply want to toast to a relaxing stay? Upon arrival, you will receive a delicious bottle of bubbly Prosecco in your room.

Daily Wander Sweet Treats between 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

✓ Daily Wander Sweet Treats between 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM, you can enjoy delicious Wander Sweet Treats every day. A delightful moment with sweet treats, perfect for a relaxing break during your stay.

1 x Bitterballs between 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

✓ 1 x Bitterballs between 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM, you can enjoy a delicious serving of bitterballen. The perfect savoury treat to relax and enjoy together during your stay.

Take away package

✓ Take away package

During your stay, you will receive a take away package for your day out, consisting of a bottle of water, a candy bar and a piece of fruit. Perfect to take with you while exploring the area.

Early check-in from 12:00

✓ Early check-in from 12:00

Come to the hotel extra early to make the most out of your visit. Check-in from 12:00 PM.

Late check-out until 13:00

✓ Late check-out until 13:00

Upon departure, you can enjoy a late check-out until 1 PM, allowing you to start the last day of your visit fully rested. There's no need to rush with this service!

Free parking

✓ Free parking

You can park your car for free in the car park in the grounds next to the hotel.

Hotel facilities

Free WiFi
Restaurant - Bar| The restaurant is open from Monday to Saturday.
Fitness
Bicycle rental - E-bike charging point - Bicycle parking area- Bicycle rental costs: €14,5 per bicycle per day (E-bike: €30)
There is an elevator
Pets are not allowed
Paid-parkingCost: €10 per car per day. Reservations are recommended.
Washing and drying possible in the hotel's general laundry room.

Tips nearby

3 fun outings near Hotel Wander

National Park The Hoge Veluwe

National Park the Hoge Veluwe is not known as the greenest treasure trove of the Netherlands for nothing! The Veluwe is known for its beautiful natural surroundings with endless forests and many different animal species. Put on your hiking boots and take a nice walk. This is the best way to explore the nature reserve and you have the greatest chance of seeing animals.

Wageningen

A weekend in Wageningen? Good idea! You will have a great time in this cozy college town. Wageningen is the city where the German capitulation was signed on May 5, 1945. The liberation is celebrated exuberantly every year with performances and the liberation parade, a parade of World War II veterans. Normally on May 5, Wageningen is thus by far the liveliest city in the Netherlands, but during the rest of the year there is also plenty to do. The university town in Gelderland has about 40,000 inhabitants, many of whom are students who provide a lot of fun. In the compact center you will find plenty of tasty addresses for a bite to eat and a drink. There is also plenty to see and do in the beautiful surroundings of Wageningen. The city is beautifully situated on the Lower Rhine, between the Betuwe and the Veluwe and close to the Utrechtse Heuvelrug.

Boat ride on the Lower Rhine

Fancy a boating excursion? Then step aboard the Blauwe Bever. This safari ship sails out regularly from April through October for a riverbank cruise on the Lower Rhine. The boat sails from Wageningen to the weir and lock complex at Driel and along the way a guide tells you about the sights and flora and fauna along the river.

House rules

The following information applies to this hotel.

Check-in / Check-out +
Check-in from 12:00. Check-out until 13:00. Early check-in or late check-out on request.

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