Oudegracht, Utrecht – Oudegracht, Utrecht loop from Utrecht

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Oudegracht, Utrecht – Oudegracht, Utrecht loop from Utrecht

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Oudegracht, Utrecht – Oudegracht, Utrecht loop from Utrecht

01:12

4.71km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 1, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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427 m

Oudegracht, Utrecht

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The Oudegracht is the most famous canal in Utrecht. For centuries it was the main artery of the city. Now you will find cozy restaurants and nice shops along the banks.

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601 m

Utrecht Main Post Office

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In 2011, the last main post office, the branch on the Neude, closed its doors. The 1918 design by architect Joseph Crouwel had a clear front and back with a …

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1.45 km

Oudegracht, Utrecht

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Along the Utrecht typical canal with two floors. Down by the water there are a few shops and many catering establishments.

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1.67 km

Academy Building, Utrecht

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Main building of Utrecht University from 1891. See also nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Academiegebouw_(Utrecht)

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2.64 km

Vismarkt Utrecht

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It's a beautiful walk along the old canal. Everything worth seeing is within easy reach.

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2.95 km

Zakkendragerssteeg

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The Zakkendragerssteeg is a well-known street in Utrecht, about 130 meters long, located between the Oudegracht and the Vredenburg.

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3.58 km

Dom Tower and the Oudegracht Canal, Utrecht

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Lively like Amsterdam, with beautiful buildings, but manageable.

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4.29 km

Pandhof Sinte Marie (Saint Mary's Cloister Garden)

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The Mariakerk was part of the 5 Utrecht collegiate churches in the 11th century and was one of the most impressive Romanesque buildings in the Netherlands. The church was unfortunately …

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4.71 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.86 km

1.17 km

1.11 km

486 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.69 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 13 October

17°C

7°C

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Comments

March 25, 2022,Etwas durch Utrecht gelaufen

We were lucky enough to be able to take part in a tour under the cathedral. Here you can see the old foundation dating back to Roman times.
And otherwise Utrecht is a great city with many different small shops, cafes and restaurants.

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