Utrecht is the beating heart of the Netherlands. A city with an unparalleled vitality and one of the Netherlands’ oldest cities. A medieval city centre small enough to explore on foot. Large enough to enjoy world-class festivals, modern architecture, trendy shops and interesting museums for days on end.
The compact medieval centre is set out around canals unique to the Netherlands: there’s a lower level where warehouses were located in the 13th century, giving the canals a split-level character and meaning that diners and drinkers can nip off the street and enjoy a snack or a drink down at water level…