Why people love visiting cozy Heerlen
Take a vacation to Heerlen and enjoy the area's theater scene, opera and entertainment. This relaxing and scenic city entices travelers with its horseback riding and spas. Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters, and sometimes even a hot tub for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in Heerlen
Are you hoping to discover attractions to visit in the city? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that makes Heerlen a fun spot to vacation. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- SnowWorld Landgraaf (2 mi / 3.1 km)
- Mondo Verde (2.1 mi / 3.3 km)
- Gaia Zoo (3.3 mi / 5.3 km)
- Burg Wilhelmstein (6.3 mi / 10.2 km)
- Sauna & Wellness resort Thermae 2000 (7.1 mi / 11.4 km)
- Elaisa Energetic Wellness (15.1 mi / 24.3 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Heerlen
Whether you're an adventurous traveler or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Heerlen is a great place to get out in nature. These are some of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Mondo Verde (2.1 mi / 3.3 km)
- Valkenburg Caves (7 mi / 11.3 km)
- Drielandenpunt (8.8 mi / 14.1 km)
- Aachen Cathedral (9.1 mi / 14.6 km)
- Dreilaendereck (9.4 mi / 15.1 km)
- Maastricht Underground (12.3 mi / 19.8 km)
How to get to and around Heerlen
The nearest airport is in Maastricht (MST-Maastricht - Aachen), located 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Liege (LGG), which is 28.3 mi (45.5 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Heerlen Station, Heerlen De Kissel Station and Heerlen Woonboulevard Station are the main stations that serve the city.