Hanseatic city of Kampen: the hotspots for food, drinks and to do's
On to the humble Hanseatic city on the IJssel: Kampen. Kampen (also known as the cigar city) has been buzzing since the thirteenth century: fishermen, craftsmen and merchants used to provide activity, and now it is the residents, day trippers and tourists. The history can still be admired: impressive gates throughout the city, you can spot the golden wheels at the City Bridge and the hundreds of monuments in the historic city center provide an authentic appearance. Back to the days of yore when you are in Kampen. But there is more to do and see! Read all about the hotspots in Kampen and you will definitely want to visit it sometime.
The 'Kleur de Hanze' event is on from December 22 to 30! And that's quite a teamwork project, because everyone can participate! You download a coloring page, color it (or let the kids do it) and then you upload it again.
If your drawing has been selected to be projected on the Hanzepand, you will be notified via the email you provided when uploading (you will receive that email sometime in mid-December) and you will immediately know when and where your artwork will be projected. be!For example at the Vischpoort in Harderwijk or the City Hall in Doesburg. Every day, a building is highlighted with projections in each of the nine participating Hanseatic cities between 17:00 PM and 23:00 PM.
Cultural history to the max The Unicorn Coffee & Tea en Tobacco factory De Olifant (the first and only tobacco factory still in operation in Kampen). If you want to experience the glorious times of the Hanseatic League anywhere, it is in these places. Learn all about the world of coffee, tea and tobacco during a tour or tasting. Both the Unicorn and the Elephant can also be found in beautiful warehouse buildings, so have your camera ready, folks.
Also take a look at the Koggewerf. The reconstruction of an excavated cog was built on a headland on the IJssel between 1994 and 1998: the Camper Kogge. With these ships the merchants brought the goods to the Hanseatic cities and that meant wealth that is still visible today. Book a tour, view the medieval Brunneper house or have a drink in the Tavern. Culture + a drink = the ideal daytime activity.
photo credits FotoTennekes
Safi essentials – Lifestyle you can shop here. A wide range of fine, beautiful and carefully selected products, all of those wonderful gadgets. Beautiful stuff for the home, but also furniture, plants, jewelry, clothing and nice things to give as a gift. Beige and white tones must be your thing.
Fair and share – a store with a very successful concept. Fairtrade, vintage and second-hand clothing under one roof. Top spot if you are looking for sustainable products. It sometimes takes some searching, but that's also the fun part of it.
The Geerstraat in Kampen has at least two addresses that you cannot miss. First of is Artistic kitsch work, where you can - yes - go for artistic things that touch the good side of kitsch. From bags, candlesticks, children's books, clothing, cards, pampering packages and beautiful things for the room. A must visit during your shopping day in Kampen.
Which you should not miss is in the Geerstraat Zoetelief . A sweet coffee, tea and specialty shop. The ideal place to catch your breath during your shopping marathon. Grab a mini here high tea with a view of the Cellebroederspoort and Bovenkerk. Tip from us: especially choose the handmade chocolates.
Lunch, meeting or lifestyle you go shopping Posthuus Kampen. Come in for a sandwich or a small drink in this beautiful authentic building on the Oudestraat (with a terrace in the sun!). The Posthuus is a daytime project where people with disabilities work and are trained to participate fully in society. Posthuus also has a small shop, in case you were looking for a souvenir.
You have to go for beer, wine and food Tasting room de Stomme van Campen being. And no, it is anything but stupid. Here you can drink beer from Brouwerij De Wereld, the oldest brewery in Kampen. Traditionally brewed beer since the sixteenth century. Are you less into beer, but more into wine or food? Then this is also the one for you place to be. Also fun to do as a group activity, book the e-chopper package and finish with a drink.
Last bus not least: in the sun Pavilion Hanzezicht (near the station car park). A mega beach terrace (!!) where you can end the day in luxurious lounge sets, watch the sun set and where, with a bit of luck, you can get your drink in a coconut. Good menu too, not too crazy or creative, just a good sandwich or bowl of soup. And so nice: they also have a menu here especially for your four-legged friend! Duck chew button, for example, so that Fikkie can also get away from it for a while. You can settle here from mid-April. An ideal place to end your day in Kampen.
Boutique hotel Kampen – one of the newest hotels in Kampen. A mix of Art Nouveau elements with a contemporary twist. All eleven rooms are spacious and come with a view: either of the IJssel or of the historic center. When the weather is nice, you can sit in the sunny garden, which lies against the old city walls.
B&B Between the Gates – these are two studios, both in the heart of Kampen. Studio de Broeder has a view of the city garden, Studio de Cellebroeder of the city park. Both studios are fresh, spacious and with a pop of color. You can cook your own egg in the morning, but it is a holiday, so you can also leave breakfast to Michel and Anja.
