Overijssel Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A pathway flanked by tall trees and a hedge, leading to a building in the distance.
A canal with a wooden bridge, a house with a thatched roof, and blooming flowers along the water's edge.
A misty forest with tall trees and a calm river.
A bridge over a calm river with lily pads, surrounded by lush greenery and a church steeple in the background.
A river with trees and a church in the background.

Popular cities in Overijssel

A modern building with glass windows and a landscaped garden with colorful sculptures.
Enschede
Known for Biking, Recreation and Churches
Come to Enschede and enjoy its churches, diving and museums.

Reasons to visit

  • University of Twente
A canal lined with historic buildings and boats docked along the water.
Zwolle
Known for Monuments, Recreation and Cathedrals
Zwolle awaits: its monuments, cathedral, art and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Grote Kerk
A canal with a wooden bridge, a house with a thatched roof, and blooming flowers along the water's edge.
Giethoorn
Known for Friendly people, Small town and Rivers
Quaint Giethoorn awaits: its museums, lake views, dining and more!
A canal with houses, a wooden bridge, and lush greenery.
Nederland
Head to National Park De Weerribben and Pantropica—just two of the sights around Nederland.
A river flowing through a town with historic buildings and a prominent church with a tall tower.
Deventer
Known for Ferries and boats, Churches and Cathedrals
Experience the monuments, churches and history in Deventer!
A brick tower surrounded by lush green trees and grass.
Ootmarsum
Known for Natural parks, Monuments and Museums
Love parks, monuments and museums? Get away to Ootmarsum!

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