Our three years old house (250 m2) is located within 5 minutes walking distance from the centre of Bergen, an inspiring town where the soul is rekindled and the body unwinds. Bergen is an artists town. For centuries writers, painters and composers have been inspired by the lush vegetation, dreamy dunes and wild ocean (20 minutes cycling). But not only the surrounding nature is energizing. The history of the town has a lot to offer too. Bergen has a social character with an abundance of restaurants and cafes, interesting shops and galleries, many open on a Sunday.
There are activities almost every weekend, like the antique - and art markets or the Kunsttiendaagse in October. Music lovers can enjoy plenty live performances in cafes. In August the International Holland Music Sessions take place - a course for young international music talent - and September hosts the well attended jazz & Sail weekend. Oh, and after 15 minutes of pedalling you are on the Bergen aan Zee beach, or in the centre of Alkmaar. And within half an hour by car you are in Haarlem or Amsterdam.