Lelystad (NL) - Koningskermis

Forget the usual reserve – when the Koningskermis in Lelystad opens its gates, the town centre is transformed into a vibrant sea of lights and pure energy. It’s that one moment of the year when the town’s modern architecture meets the colourful, boisterous charm of a huge funfair. The atmosphere is imbued with that special Dutch sense of ‘gezelligheid’, which reaches its absolute peak just in time for Koningsdag on 27 April, when the whole city is awash with orange.

You simply go with the flow and are immediately swept away by the mix of high-tech thrills and nostalgic charm. Whilst the big attractions whirl the brave into the sky, the classic stalls provide that familiar fairground feeling you loved as a child. Everywhere, the scent of freshly baked poffertjes mingles with the aroma of savoury snacks, and there’s hardly anyone strolling across the square without a bag of treats in their hand.

What makes Lelystad special is the exuberant atmosphere that’s infectious. It’s a huge gathering place for anyone who wants to celebrate life, whether you’re there for the ultimate adrenaline rush or simply to watch the colourful hustle and bustle over a cold drink. Everything glows in the brightest colours, the music sets the right rhythm, and the city shows itself from its liveliest side. It is the perfect place to leave everyday life completely behind around the King’s birthday and immerse yourself in a world full of light, laughter and thrills.

Travel information:

By public transport:

- by train: Lelystad station (distance 1 km)

- by bus: Schansbrug stop (lines 4, 663) or Agora (lines 3, 5, 214, 218)

By car:

- Venue: De Meent

Parking:

- De Waag car park (Waagstraat 2)