Audio Guide of Palace Het Loo

The palace is generally open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and also on public holiday Mondays and during school holidays. I recommend checking the exact schedule on its official website before planning your trip.

The adult ticket price is around €19.50, while children and students have reduced rates (free for children under 3). It is highly advisable to buy tickets online in advance to secure your entry.

To enjoy the palace, its impressive Baroque gardens, and the stables at a relaxed pace, the visit usually takes between 3 and 4 hours. If you also decide to explore the palace park on foot, you could easily spend the whole day there.

Known as the 'Versailles of the Netherlands,' it was the hunting lodge and summer palace of the House of Orange-Nassau for more than 300 years. It is a magnificent example of Dutch Baroque architecture and reflects royal life since the 17th century.

Without a doubt, spring and summer (from April to September) are the best times, as the gardens are in full bloom and the fountains are running. If you prefer to avoid crowds, try going on a Tuesday or Wednesday morning.

Yes, Palace Het Loo has been renovated to be highly accessible, with elevators and ramps in most areas of the museum and stables. In addition, the main garden paths are navigable, and wheelchairs are available to borrow.

Right in Apeldoorn, you can visit Apenheul, a unique primate zoo where monkeys roam freely, or the Julianatoren amusement park. You are also very close to the beautiful Hoge Veluwe National Park.

Wear very comfortable shoes because you will do quite a bit of walking on the gravel garden paths, and book your ticket for the earliest time slot. To explore the royal history in greater depth without missing any details, I suggest accompanying your tour with a good narration or audio guide.