Walking routes in Gorinchem

Discover Gorinchem on foot

Gorinchem is one of the most beautiful fortified cities in the Netherlands. Taking a walk in Gorinchem is definitely recommended when you visit this city.

Gorinchem offers various walking routes through both the city and nature. Take a walk along the ramparts and enjoy the view over the rivers. Follow the industrial heritage route and see the factories, ports, crafts, and warehouses of Gorinchem. Or go back to the year 1672 and walk through Gorinchem's 'disaster year'.

Prefer to walk in the city center? Then follow the shopping route in the fortress and visit the nicest shopping addresses in the old shopping streets of Gorinchem.

Feeling like going for a long nature walk? Then head to the Arkelpad. This authentic Dutch walking route is 14 kilometers long and goes from Gorinchem to Arkel. Spot the 3 windmills and walk along the river de Linge and the Merwedekanaal. Prefer a shorter hike? The Arkelpad is also suitable for visiting by bike.

Come and relax after the walk at Van der Valk Hotel Gorinchem and enjoy the wellness- in fitness facilities. Take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool and enjoy a delicoius meal in one of our à la carte restaurant.