Visiting Belle van Zuylen

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Visiting Belle van Zuylen

This cultural arrangement is dedicated to one of Holland’s first feminists: the writer Belle van Zuylen, who is also the namesake of one of our salon boats. The package includes a visit to the stately Slot Zuylen.

Across the Vecht to Belle's castle

From Maarssen, sail toward Oud-Zuilen on one of the most beautiful stretches of the Vecht. Our salon boat will take you past beautiful country houses. Arriving in Oud-Zuilen, the salon boat moors at Slot Zuylen, a castle where many illustrious knights and noble families have lived. The castle’s most famous resident was the writer Belle van Zuylen; she lived there until she was 31 years old.
Zuylen Castle is now a museum. You will get a comprehensive historical tour of the various rooms, such as the Gobelin Room, the Dining Room, the Library, the Blue Room and the Tea Room. Of course, a glimpse into Belle’s fascinating life is not to be missed.

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Beautiful salon boats

You can cruise on the salon boat Belle van Zuylen for parties of 20 or more, and for larger groups, the salon boat Dame van Amstel is most suitable.

Program arrangement Belle van Zuylen

  • 1:30 p.m.
    You will embark on the salon boat moored in the center of Maarssen, near the beautiful Goudestein Town Hall. You will be welcomed with coffee, tea and pastries. Once everyone is aboard, the mooring ropes are released for the cruise down the beautiful Vecht River.
  • 2:30 p.m.
    Arrival at Castle Zuylen. You will disembark for a visit to the castle and take a guided tour that will teach you all about the history of the castle and the life of Belle van Zuylen.
  • 3:30 p.m.
    You will re-board and set sail for Maarssen. On board we serve drinks and appetizers.
  • 4:30 p.m. Arrival in Maarssen.
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Sail longer?

The Belle van Zuylen package lasts 3 hours, but if you would like to extend the cruise or add other activities, please let us know. A lot of things are possible.

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