Welcome to Overijssel: the province you'll fall in love with. Think of charming Hanseatic cities like Zwolle and Deventer, enchanting Giethoorn, the vast heathlands of the Sallandse Heuvelrug, and the hospitality of Twente. From luxury boutique hotels and wellness villas to cozy holiday parks nestled in nature: this Overijssel Travel Guide brings together all the YLBB-approved tips for a weekend getaway, a holiday in your own country, or just a day trip.

Best cities in Overijssel

• Zwolle: Hanseatic city vibes, museums, great coffee bars, and top restaurants. The perfect mix of culture and culinary hotspots.
• Deventer: Medieval city center, book market, and the Dickens Festival. Stroll, shop, and dine along the IJssel River.
• Enschede: Creative city with a vibrant city center, kid-friendly addresses and green parks around the corner.
• Ootmarsum: Artists' village full of galleries, half-timbered houses and Twente charm.
  Coming soon: full city guide
• Giethoorn: The Venice of the North, with canals, bridges and holiday homes right on the water.

The best hotels and holiday parks in Overijssel

• Best hotels in Zwolle: boutique, design and fine dining within walking distance of the canal belt.
• Best hotels in Deventer: romantic city palaces, river suites and intimate boutique addresses.
• Best hotels in Enschede: boutique, sustainable design, and creative hideaways in Twente.
• The most beautiful holiday parks in Overijssel: luxury villas in the Sallandse Heuvelrug, glamping on the Regge River, and waterfront homes in Giethoorn.
• Best hotels in Overijssel: an overview of luxury city hotels, boutique hideaways, and wellness destinations across the province.
• Best hotels in Twente: from characteristic estates to modern wellness hotels, in the middle of the Twente landscape.