A major hub

Because of its central location in the Netherlands, Utrecht is a major hub of highways, waterways and railways. Travellers arriving from Schiphol Airport can travel by train to the heart of the city in 30 minutes. Every location in the city is accessible by public transport. The city alone has seven train stations.  Because Utrecht is so centrally located, it is also the perfect base of operations for other cities and regions in the Netherlands. Almost all major cities, attractions and nature reserves are less than an hour away by car or train. The history of Utrecht goes back to the year 47 AD, when the Romans built a fort on the site of the current cathedral square, the "Castellum Trajectum”. Through this 2000-year old history, Utrecht is rich in history and culture. Due to the largely retained distinctive décor, you can taste the cosy, intimate atmosphere that Utrecht is known for. The city has plenty to offer in the way of social programs: the medieval Old Town, the characteristic canals with their docks and terraces, the Dom Tower (the tallest church tower in the Netherlands) and a variety of museums, shops, restaurants, cafés, theatres, festivals and events.