TOP Zeist Castle

TOP Zeist Castle

Zeist is where the Utrechtse Heuvelrug meets the Kromme Rijn river basin. The town is known for its situation on the Heuvelrug, its many country estates and – of course – Zeist Castle. This makes it an ideal starting point for walks and cycle routes!

Walks from this TOP

1. A walk around Austerlitz, 8 km. This strenuous walk features several climbs up the flanks of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug. View route

2. De Sprengen walk, 6 km. A walk around the country estates of Hoog Beek en Royen and Pavia and through the woods near Zeist. View route

3. Stoetwegenpad clog trail, 11 km. A walk through an ancient agricultural area, beautifully laid out parkland and historical country estates. View route

Cycle routes from this TCP

1. Cycle route along country and rural estates around Zeist, 26 km. This route takes you through part of the Lustwarande, a beautiful area full of history. View route

2. Cycle route from Zeist Castle to Soesterberg air base, 34 km. This cycle route departs from TCP ’t Jagershuys and passes Zeist Castle before ending at Soesterberg air base. View route

3. La Vuelta Holanda – Circular route around Zeist, 47 km. Cycle one of the four recreational Vuelta routes, all of which follow the itinerary of the Vuelta as closely as possible. View route

Local area highlights

•             Zuster Square and Broeder Square

•             Pyramid of Austerlitz

•             National Military Museum

•             Stichtse Lustwarande

Public transport links

•             Zeist Castle can be reached by public transport seven days a week, with buses departing at least once an hour.