The eastern Dutch province of Gelderland offers a combination of vibrant cities and tranquil nature spots.
The Gelderland region played an important role in liberating Holland and Europe during the Second World War.
One of the largest Allied operations, Operation Market Garden, was fought in Arnhem.
Every September, a memorial event is held, involving hundreds of Paratroopers dropped into the Ginkelse Heide heathland.
Paleis Het Loo
One of the most important heritage attractions in the region is Paleis Het Loo, the 300-year-old former summer residence of the Dutch royal family.
The Baroque Dutch gardens at Paleis Het Loo are among the finest of Europe.
Sculptures, blue Delftware garden vases and impressive fountains add to its refined atmosphere.
The Kröller-Müller Museum
The Kröller-Müller Museum houses the second-largest Van Gogh collection in the world and has an extensive international sculpture collection.
De Hoge Veluwe National Park
The museum is surrounded by De Hoge Veluwe National Park, one of the largest continuous areas of natural beauty in Western Europe.
Deer and wild boar roam free. White bicycles are located throughout the park for visitors to use free of charge.
The Netherlands Open Air Museum offers encounters, smells, images and stories that evoke everyday life as it used to be.
Nijmegen
Nijmegen, the oldest city in Holland has many historic buildings, parks and museums.