The famous painter Vincent van Gogh lived in this house. That alone is worth a visit. Today it is a museum that also offers a guided tour. Incidentally, it is the only accessible house in which van Gogh worked.

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The young painter Vincent van Gogh spent most of his time in Drenthe. In the autumn of 1883 he stayed with Scholte in Nieuw-Amsterdam. Today, Scholte's hostel is known as …

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December 22, 2025

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At the Van Gogh House in Nieuw-Amsterdam/Veenoord, you'll be drawn into the story of Vincent van Gogh during his stay in Drenthe. His journey as an artist, his admiration for …

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1. Church of Zweeloo – Old Aalden Heritage Village loop from Nieuw Amsterdam

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2. Church of Zweeloo – Old Aalden Heritage Village loop from Coevorden

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3. IJsfabriek De Noordpool – Van Gogh House Drenthe loop from Emmen Zuid

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1. Church of Zweeloo – Old Aalden Heritage Village loop from Nieuw Amsterdam

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