Winter in the ‘Streek van Verrassingen’
During the winter there is plenty to do in the Region. Go into nature, visit online the various museums, or scratch open one box every day on the Winter Wonder Weeks Advent Calendar. Curious what else there is to do? Check out this page for the best outings and activities!
The real Christmas feeling
Are you already feeling the December feeling? With all the cosy holidays, there is definitely something to celebrate in Leiden during the Winter Wonder Weeks. Throughout the month, there are lots of fun activities in the city. For example, go ice skating at the Floating Ice Rink or visit the Nostalgic Christmas Market, who knows, you might even see Father Christmas!
Dig out your own Christmas tree at Duivenvoorde Castle! From 29 November, the atmospheric Christmas tree garden will be open where you pick your own Christmas tree. Tip! When you return your Christmas tree with root ball after the holidays, it will be planted again. This way, you make a sustainable contribution to the estate and nature!
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Check the winter surprises
What are you going to do this winter? - Check the event calendar
Out with the kids
Fancy a day of adventure in an amusement park? Then head to Duinrell - you can even stay overnight. Until 29 March, you can ride the spectacularly lit attractions every Saturday (also on Wednesdays during the Christmas holidays) at night during Rides by Lights. Do you dare to ride the Falcon in the dark? Warm up in the tropical Tiki Pool after your adventures.
Go for a day in the nature of the Region of Surprises. Discover the Panbos in a different light, for example. Or visit the Katwijk-Leiden steam train! This winter, the OliebollenExpress runs from 27 to 30 December! After a ride on the steam train, warm yourself up in the museum with a fresh oliebol.
Activities
Counting down to Christmas together?
The Leiden Advent Calendar will be back from December 1st to 24th. The advent calendar is full of promotions/discounts from Leiden entrepreneurs. Every day you can open a box and enjoy a nice promotion/discount. Which promotion are you going to use? Look further for a surprise.
Advent Calendar
Warm up nicely
For example, enjoy hot chocolate with whipped cream at La Casita in Wassenaar or Voorschoten, at Floor's coffee & brunch bar in Leiden or at Brasserie Buitenhuis in Valkenburg. Will you sit outside on the terrace with a blanket and heat lamps or do you prefer to sit inside by the fireplace? It's all possible in the Streek! Discover it at the many culinary hotspots.
Warm yourself up with a beautiful sea view in Katwijk. 10 beach pavilions are open all year round. Treat yourself to a high tea with sweet and savoury snacks at Beach Pavilion Surf and Beach. For the kids, they also serve a high lemonade!
Culinary hotspots
Festive dinners
In the Streek, eat out festively around Christmas time. At Kasteel Oud Poelgeest, they serve a winter buffet with fresh and seasonal ingredients this winter. On Christmas Day and Boxing Day, join them for a festive Christmas lunch. Celebrate Christmas in Latin American style at Tabú! Here you will enjoy authentic South American dishes and a live DJ will create a festive Latin atmosphere.
For a culinary Christmas dinner or lunch, you are guaranteed a festive evening at Restaurant Limes aan den Rijn. They serve several courses of high quality and, for lovers, even with a nice wine package. Book your table quickly!
Winter music
Get into the spirit of the festive season with a musical performance! In Warmond on Tuesday 24 December is the annual Kerstsamenzang at the Oude Pomp.
More into swinging and dancing? Then visit Het ZO! Gospel Choir in Leidse Schouwburg on 21 December. Together with a live band, they will sing classic Christmas hits, contemporary Christmas pop songs and unadulterated gospel music.
To the museum - Visit one of the many museums
Is a day in the Region not enough?
Then book an overnight stay! Celebrate the holidays at a special location close to home. Get away in your own backyard? Then book an overnight stay! Directly by the sea, in the middle or in one of the cozy village centers. Plenty of choices!
Overnight stays
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cycling routes
cycling routes
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Tips from the media
Tips from the media
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Walking in the Region
Walking in the Region
