Discover the Tranquility of Hofje van Oorschot in Haarlem

Getting There

• Train

  To reach Hofje van Oorschot in Haarlem, start by heading to Amsterdam Central Station (Amsterdam Centraal). From the station, take a train towards Haarlem. The train ride takes about 15-20 minutes. Once you arrive at Haarlem Station, exit the station and head towards the main road (Kruisweg). Turn left onto Kruisweg and walk straight until you reach the crossing with the Spaarne River. Cross the river using the bridge and continue straight until you reach the first traffic light. At the traffic light, turn right onto Korte Houtstraat, then take the first left onto Kruisstraat. Hofje van Oorschot will be on your left at number 44G.

• Bus

  If you prefer to take a bus, from Amsterdam Central Station, walk to the nearby bus stop called 'Amsterdam, Centraal Station'. Take bus line 370 or 371 towards Haarlem and get off at the 'Haarlem, Station' stop. From there, follow the directions provided for the train: exit the station, head left onto Kruisweg, and follow the same route as described above to Hofje van Oorschot.

• Bicycle

  For a more active approach, you can rent a bicycle in Amsterdam. Head out towards the Haarlemmerweg, which is a direct path to Haarlem. The ride will take around 30-40 minutes. As you approach Haarlem, follow signs for the city center. Once you enter Haarlem, look for signs directing you to the historical center. When you reach the center, find your way to Kruisstraat; Hofje van Oorschot is located at number 44G.

• Walking

  If you're feeling adventurous and want to walk, you can take a scenic route from Amsterdam to Haarlem. This will take approximately 2-3 hours depending on your pace. Start from Amsterdam Central Station and follow the route along the Spaarne River towards Haarlem. There are walking paths that will lead you through beautiful landscapes and towards the city. Once you arrive in Haarlem, navigate to Kruisstraat, and you will find Hofje van Oorschot at number 44G.