Alphen aan den Rijn is a city located in the middle of the "Green Heart". The city is centrally located between the major cities; Amsterdam, The Hague, Utrecht and Rotterdam. Alphen aan den Rijn has a rich history.
In the Middle Ages, the city originated from a small settlement along the river "Oude Rijn". The settlement grew into an important trading center.
Today, Alphen aan den Rijn is a modern and vibrant city that is proud of the rich history. In "the Historical Museum Alphen aan den Rijn" you can take a unique insight into this history, with various exhibitions and objects that portray the history of the city. The lively history of the Netherlands can be relived in "Het Archeon", from prehistory to 1350 AD. For animal and nature lovers you can visit the "Avifauna" animal park. In the zoo, the emphasis is mainly on the birds, various bird species, including the Kiwi, reside here. The park is committed to nature and bird protection.