Weekend Getaways in the Netherlands, Oozing in Luxury
6 luxury weekend getaways in the Netherlands, from the North Sea coast and Texel to the Veluwe, Zeeland and Maastricht, with drive times. Plan your escape.
The best luxury weekend getaways in the Netherlands are all within about 2.5 hours of Amsterdam: the North Sea coast, Zeeland, the island of Texel, the forests of the Veluwe and Maastricht with the hills of South Limburg. Add a personal driver who handles timing, parking, luggage and privacy, and the journey becomes as calm as the destination.
Below are our favourite escapes, with realistic drive times from Amsterdam and what makes each one worth the weekend.
Why a Weekend Away Feels Better with a Chauffeur
A short escape is meant to be stress-free, yet driving yourself often starts the weekend in a traffic jam on Friday afternoon. Then come the parking searches in historic town centres, the timing of ferries and the question of who drives after dinner.
With a chauffeur:
- You leave straight from home or the office, on your schedule
- Luggage is loaded and unloaded for you
- You can read, work or simply relax on the way
- Nobody has to skip the wine at dinner
- The price is fixed at booking, whatever the Friday traffic
The Best Luxury Weekend Getaways in the Netherlands
| Destination | From Amsterdam | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|
| Noordwijk and Scheveningen | 40 to 60 min | Beach walks, spa hotels, seafood |
| ‘t Gooi: Laren and Naarden | About 30 min | Villages, art, fortified towns |
| Veluwe | About 1h15 | Forests, art, cycling |
| Texel | About 1h15 plus ferry | Dunes, wildlife, island calm |
| Zeeland | About 2 hours | Wide beaches, oysters, historic towns |
| Maastricht and South Limburg | About 2h30 | Culture, fine dining, rolling hills |
The North Sea coast
Noordwijk and Scheveningen are the closest seaside escapes. Grand hotels such as Huis ter Duin in Noordwijk and the Kurhaus in Scheveningen sit right on the dunes. In spring, the route to Noordwijk passes the bulb fields around Lisse, close to Keukenhof.
‘t Gooi
Just east of Amsterdam, the leafy villages of Laren and Blaricum and the star-shaped fortress town of Naarden offer boutique hotels, galleries and excellent restaurants. It is a perfect choice when you want a change of scene without a long drive. See our pages for Laren and Naarden.
The Veluwe
The largest forest area in the Netherlands is home to the Hoge Veluwe National Park and the Kröller-Müller Museum, with one of the world’s largest Van Gogh collections and a beautiful sculpture garden. Country estates and wellness hotels make it ideal for a quiet weekend. Our Hoge Veluwe day trip page has more ideas.
Texel
The largest of the Wadden Islands offers dunes, wide beaches, seals and lamb from local farms. Your chauffeur drives you to Den Helder and across on the ferry, so you keep your car and luggage on the island. Read about our Texel day trip by chauffeur.
Zeeland
Domburg, Veere and Zierikzee combine wide beaches with historic harbours and some of the country’s best seafood, including oysters and mussels from the Oosterschelde. The drive crosses the impressive Delta Works.
Maastricht and South Limburg
The southernmost city feels almost like a different country, with Burgundian food, medieval streets and hilly countryside. Stay in a converted monastery in the old town or in a castle hotel near Valkenburg.
Planning Your Luxury Weekend
- Choose the pace. One destination for a slow weekend, or a route with two stops.
- Book hotels early. Spring and summer weekends fill up quickly at the coast and in Zeeland.
- Decide on the car. A transfer there and back, or a chauffeur who stays for day trips.
- Tell us the extras. Child seats, a stop for flowers or a surprise dinner reservation can all be planned.
Sample Itinerary: A Weekend on the Coast
Friday afternoon. Your chauffeur collects you from the office in Amsterdam at four, avoiding the worst of the traffic. You arrive in Noordwijk in time for a walk on the beach before dinner.
Saturday. A slow morning at the spa, then a short drive to Leiden for lunch and a canal-side stroll, or to the bulb fields in spring.
Sunday. Brunch with a view of the sea, followed by a relaxed drive home with a stop in Haarlem.
Book the chauffeur for the transfers only, or keep the car for Saturday’s outing at an hourly rate agreed in advance.
Sample Itinerary: Two Days in Maastricht
Saturday. Leave Amsterdam after breakfast and arrive in Maastricht around midday. Lunch at the Vrijthof, an afternoon in the old town and dinner in a former monastery.
Sunday. A morning drive through the hills of South Limburg, with a stop in Valkenburg or at a vineyard, before heading home in the afternoon.
Choosing Your Car
- Mercedes-Benz S-Class or BMW i7: comfort and silence for couples.
- Mercedes-Maybach S-Class: for anniversaries and special occasions.
- Mercedes-Benz EQS: fully electric for an eco-friendly escape.
- Mercedes-Benz V-Class or EQV: room for families, friends and plenty of luggage, with massage seats in the EQV.
Book Your Weekend Getaway
Tell us where you want to go and when through our booking page or ask for a weekend proposal via contact. For longer trips across the border, see our long-distance chauffeur service or a personal driver for the whole weekend. SilverDrive runs its own fleet with screened, English-speaking chauffeurs and fixed prices, 24/7.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best luxury weekend getaways in the Netherlands?
Popular choices are the North Sea coast at Noordwijk and Scheveningen, Zeeland's Domburg and Veere, the island of Texel, the Veluwe with the Hoge Veluwe National Park, and Maastricht with the hills of South Limburg. All are within about 2.5 hours of Amsterdam.
How far are weekend destinations from Amsterdam?
The coast is 40 to 60 minutes away, the Veluwe about 1 hour 15 minutes, Zeeland around 2 hours, Texel about 1 hour 15 minutes plus a short ferry, and Maastricht around 2 hours 30 minutes by car.
Can a chauffeur stay with us for the whole weekend?
Yes. You can book a transfer there and back, or keep a chauffeur with you for day trips during the weekend. Everything is agreed in advance at a fixed price.
Is a chauffeur practical for a trip to Texel?
Yes. The chauffeur drives you to Den Helder and can take the car across on the TESO ferry, so you keep your luggage in the car and have transport on the island.
Which car is best for a couple's weekend away?
Couples often choose the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Maybach or BMW i7 for comfort, or the electric EQS. For families or friends travelling together, the V-Class or EQV with massage seats offers more space for luggage.