City walk in Hilversum
Explore the city on your own
Discover Hilversum on foot. Looking to explore Hilversum at walking pace? Choose from a variety of walking routes that guide you past the city’s most beautiful spots. Learn more about the distinctive architecture of Dudok, dive into Hilversum’s history, visit iconic media locations, or head out into the surrounding nature.
The routes are available at the Live Hilversum Brandstore (Tourist Office / VVV) at Oosterspoorplein or via the webshop with delivery within the Netherlands. Which side of Hilversum will you discover?
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Dudok Route
Dudok Route
Walk past the most remarkable buildings designed by Dudok on this 8.5-kilometre city walk. Along the way, you’ll learn all about this influential architect and his distinctive approach to design. The route takes approximately 3 hours to complete.
Discover Hilversum open-air museum
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Historic Route
Historic Route
Explore the rich and varied past of Hilversum in just one hour. Discover the town’s history of farmers, carpet weavers, factory owners and, of course, the media.
Dive into the past
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Green Route
Green Route
Enjoy a leisurely walk through the Boomberg district, the Oude Haven and the Corversbos, or hop on your bike and head out of the city to explore the forests and heathlands around Hilversum. The walking route is approximately 7 kilometres long, while the cycling route covers 36 kilometres.
Discover nature
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Media Route
Media Route
Walk past Hilversum’s most iconic media landmarks, from Media Park to the city centre and back again. Along the way, discover everything about the Media Capital of the Netherlands. The route takes approximately 2 hours to complete.
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