Derek Ogilvie - Live Event in Tiel
Visit Van der Valk Hotel Tiel for a fascinating evening with Derek Ogilvie. Learn more about his work as a medium in a show that truly touches the heart.
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Try the local jams, juices, and ciders made from regional apples, pears, and cherries.
Enjoy a thick slice at a cozy cafe around the Korenbeursplein.
Traditional Dutch pancakes, which you can get topped with fresh local fruit at regional pancake houses.
The main shopping street in the center, featuring a mix of familiar chains and local boutiques.
Located in the rural areas around Tiel, first-rate for buying fresh fruit and juices directly from the farmers.
Take a stroll along the Waal river and watch the steady stream of inland cargo ships passing by.
The smaller, nearby Linge river features a much quieter and highly scenic route for walking or cycling.
A small, peaceful garden tucked away in the city center.
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Visit Van der Valk Hotel Tiel for a fascinating evening with Derek Ogilvie. Learn more about his work as a medium in a show that truly touches the heart.
One of the largest free pop festivals in the Netherlands, held every year on the second weekend of September in Tiel across four stages with over 160,000 visitors.
Spectacular annual parade in September featuring enormous floats made entirely of fruit, celebrating the fruit growing of the Betuwe region.
Tiel is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, strategically positioned on the banks of the river Waal in the province of Gelderland. With a settlement history dating back to the 5th century, the town rose to international prominence in the Middle Ages as a significant Hanseatic trading center. Today, Tiel serves as the industrial and cultural hub of the Betuwe region, world-renowned for its extensive fruit-growing industry. The city's famous mascot, Flipje, a character made of berries, symbolizes the long-standing tradition of local jam and preserve manufacturing that peaked during the 19th century. Architectural highlights include the imposing 15th-century Sint-Maartenskerk and the historic Waterpoort gate located by the harbor. Each September, the city hosts the unique „Fruitcorso”, a spectacular parade of floats decorated entirely with fruits and seeds that attracts tens of thousands of international visitors. Furthermore, its location along the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal makes Tiel a vital logistics node for inland water transport across the country.
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 2 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 13 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 15 | 11 | 6 | 3 |
| Rain mm | 75 | 63 | 56 | 39 | 60 | 62 | 81 | 82 | 60 | 67 | 70 | 78 |
Notable places around
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Start your day with a walk through the historic heart of Tiel at St. Martin's Church. The narrow streets will lead you to the Flipje Museum, where you can immerse yourself in local culture. At noon, enjoy the lively atmosphere of the city center with a traditional Dutch lunch. The afternoon is reserved for a relaxing stroll along the Waalkade, where you can watch the river ships. End your day in the tranquility of the charming Kalverbos park, a perfect place to reflect on the day's impressions.
Tiel in the rain offers charming escapes. Start in the dry St. Martin's Church and spend midday in the Flipje Museum. A short walk to the Water Gate leads you to the Waalkade, where the river exudes a mystical atmosphere in the rain. End the day in Kalverbos, where the thick trees provide natural cover from the drizzle.
A winter day in Tiel captivates with crisp air and cozy corners. St. Martin's Church offers morning silence, while the museum warms you up at noon. Experience the early golden light on the Waalkade before ending the day with a twilight stroll through the Kalverbos park.
Your bike tour of Tiel begins at the historic Waterpoort and takes you along the scenic Waalkade. From there, it's on to the city center and the imposing St. Martin's Church. After a cultural break at the Flipje Museum, it's time for a hearty lunch. In the afternoon, you'll cycle through the tranquil Kalverbos Park and end the day with a view of the elegant Bellevue building on the riverbank, a perfect summary of Tiel's diversity.
A bike tour in Tiel in the rain requires the right gear. Along the Waalkade, you'll feel the elements before finding shelter at the Flipje Museum. The flat paths allow for safe cycling despite the wetness, while the historic backdrop of St. Martin's Church brightens a grey day.
Cycling Tiel in winter is refreshing. The route takes you from the historic Water Gate to the wintry Waalkade, where the wind can be sharp. After warming up at the Flipje Museum, the Bellevue finale offers a picturesque view of the frosty landscape.
Your car day begins in the heart of Tiel, where you park and explore the historic center around St. Martin's Church on foot. After the Flipje Museum and lunch, you'll drive to the second cluster at the Waalkade. Here you can stroll by the river and admire the old Water Gate. In the afternoon, a short drive takes you out to the rural Betuwe region, the orchard of the Netherlands. There you can visit a farm and enjoy the peace of the countryside, a perfect contrast to the urban morning.
A car tour in Tiel in the rain is comfortable and efficient. Visit the historic districts and the museum without getting soaked. The drive along the Waal offers spectacular views of the grey river, while the countryside section lets you see the rain-soaked orchards of the Betuwe.
A winter road trip through Tiel combines culture with nature. Start in the historic center and warm up at the museum. The drive along the Waal offers panoramic views of the frosty river landscape, while the detour into the Betuwe perfectly captures the silence of winter.
