Are you planning a visit to Harderwijk? A day trip or a longer holiday? Thanks to its central location, Harderwijk is easily accessible by car via the A28. The town has plenty of parking facilities in and around the centre of Harderwijk. The Houtwal car park is the largest and newest, and is a work of art in its own right.
Parking in and around the city
Parking near the city centre
Around the city centre, you’ll find various multi-storey car parks and car parks within walking distance of the city centre.
Popular parking locations
• Houtwal car park
• Vuldersbrink
• Boulevard
• Westeinde
• Waterfront/Zonneweide P8
Smart parking
Are you staying in Harderwijk for a bit longer, or do you want to avoid the crowds around the town centre on sunny days and during events? In that case, the more spacious car parks a little further from the centre are often a smart choice.
From there, you can enjoy a leisurely stroll towards the boulevard and the town centre. On busy days, there’s also a regular shuttle train running from P8 Zonnewiede to the boulevard.
That way, your visit to Harderwijk begins the moment you step out of the car.
Good to know
Good to know
• Harderwijk’s town centre is compact and can largely be explored on foot
• On sunny days and during events, it can get busier around the boulevard and town centre
• Follow the parking signs for the quickest route to available parking spaces
Free evening parking
Are you coming for dinner, to see a show or for a fun night out? Then you can park at a reduced rate. The following applies everywhere: parking between 9.00 pm and 8.00 am is free.
Electric vehicle charging
Charging points for electric cars are available at various car parks in Harderwijk. View the overview and find out where you can charge your vehicle.
Parking rates and up-to-date information
Paid parking applies throughout the centre of Harderwijk. Rates and times may vary by location.
For up-to-date information on parking, rates and permits: https://www.harderwijk.nl/parkeren-en-vervoer/parkeren
Where’s the best place to park in Harderwijk?
In Harderwijk, you can park exactly as it suits you. Close to the town centre, in a covered, modern car park, or for free on the outskirts of town. There are plenty of options for both short and longer visits to our lovely town. Below are a few handy places to park when you visit Harderwijk.
Some of the unprecedented parking options
Parkeergarage Houtwal (P14)
De grootste en modernste parkeergarage van Harderwijk ligt op loopafstand van de binnenstad. Overdekt, ruim opgezet en ideaal wanneer je midden in het centrum wilt parkeren voor een dag shoppen, terrasjes pakken of een avond uit. Het tarief bedraagt €2,20 per uur.
Parkeren Zonneweide (P8)
Kom je een dagje naar het Dolfinarium of plan je een langer bezoek aan de stad? Dan is P8 Zonneweide een perfecte keuze. Dit ruime parkeerterrein ligt direct aan de N302 en is ook vanuit de polder uitstekend bereikbaar. Vanaf hier wandel je eenvoudig richting het Dolfinarium, het strand of de binnenstad. Extra leuk: in het hoogseizoen en tijdens speciale feestdagen rijdt er regelmatig een gratis treintje tussen het parkeerterrein en het centrum.
Parkeren Veluwe Poort
Wil je buiten de drukte van de binnenstad parkeren? Geen probleem. Net buiten de stad, direct bij de N302 en de A28, ligt parkeerterrein Poort van de Veluwe. De ideale uitvalsbasis voor wie de natuur rondom Harderwijk wil ontdekken. Vanaf hier fiets of wandel je zó de Veluwse bossen in. Parkeren is gratis en er zijn laadmogelijkheden voor elektrische auto’s. Ook campers zijn welkom; hiervoor geldt een dagtarief.
Where can you find the best parking spaces?
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Houtwal Car Park (P14)
Houtwal Car ParkThe Houtwal car park is the largest and busiest car park in Harderwijk. The car park is an architectural masterpiece and is situated right next to the historic town centre.
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Poort van de Veluwe car park
Parking at Poort van de VeluweThe car park serves as a natural gateway to the town centre and the surrounding countryside.
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Parking on Boulevard Harderwijk
Parking on the BoulevardLooking to park near the beach or the promenade in Harderwijk? The Boulevard car park (P5) is right next to the town beach and is ideal for a day by the water.
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Car park P17 – Kloosterplein
Kloosterplein car parkPark in one of the 57 parking spaces in the heart of Harderwijk.
Parking locations in Harderwijk on the map
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Parkeerplaats lr. lelykade
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Parkeerplaats Dolfinariumeiland
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Parkeerplaats Zonneweide
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Parkeerplaats Waterfront
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Fietsenstalling het Rijwielhuis
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Parkeergarage Houtwal P14
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Parkeren Boulevard
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Parkeren Selhorstweg (P13)
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Parkeren Kloosterplein P17
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Parkeren Kerkplein (P20)
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Parkeren Scheepssingel (P9)
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Kort Parkeren Harderwijk – Waltorenstraat (P10)
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Parkeren Plantage (P18)
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Parkeren Smeepoortstraat (P12)
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Parkeren Vitringasingel P16
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Parkeren Vuldersbrink P11
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Parkeren Westeinde P19
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Ontvangstlocatie Veluwe Poort
All car parks in Harderwijk
View all car parks in Harderwijk.
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Parkeren Westeinde P19
Parking lot P19 – Westeinde is located just outside the historic city center of Harderwijk, a short walk from the center and Julianapark.
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Parkeergarage Houtwal P14
Parking Garage P14 – Houtwal is a spacious underground parking garage close to the city center of Harderwijk. From here, you can easily walk to shops, restaurants, the Harderwijk Tourist Information Office, and the main attractions in Harderwijk.
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Parkeren Smeepoortstraat (P12)
Roadside parking, a short distance from restaurants and shops on Smeepoortstraat.
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Parkeerplaats Waterfront
The parking locations in the Waterfront are situated directly on the northwest side of the historic center, sandwiched between the city center and Lake Veluwe.
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Parkeren Kerkplein (P20)
Parking on the Kerkplein is only permitted for permit holders.
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Parkeren Boulevard
The Boulevard is no longer available as a parking area for passers-by and visitors to the Dolfinarium.
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Ontvangstlocatie Veluwe Poort
The Poort van de Veluwe car park on Boekhorstlaan in Harderwijk has approximately 200 parking spaces and is suitable for motorhomes. The car park is ideal if you are visiting Harderwijk from the direction of the Veluwe or via the A28.
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Parkeerplaats Dolfinariumeiland
Parking lot P6 Dolfinariumeiland (located on Strandboulevard Oost / Waterkeringpad) in Harderwijk has 150 parking spaces. In addition, 8 specific camper pitches have been set up on this site.
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Kort Parkeren Harderwijk – Waltorenstraat (P10)
Imagine: a quick park on Waltorenstraat! There are about 10 convenient spots for short-term parking.
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Parkeren Selhorstweg (P13)
Parking on the outskirts of the city.
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Fietsenstalling het Rijwielhuis
In the city center of Harderwijk, you can park your bicycle for free in the secure covered bicycle parking facility 'Het Rijwielhuis'.
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Parkeren Kloosterplein P17
You can't park any closer to the city.
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Parkeren Vitringasingel P16
For a quick errand, you can park perfectly on Vitringasingel. From here, you are in the city center within two minutes.
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Parkeerplaats Zonneweide
Parking lot P8 Zonneweide is located on Vuurtorenweg in Harderwijk, directly on the N302 (Knardijk) and close to the A28 motorway.
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Parkeerplaats lr. lelykade
There are 673 parking spaces available at parking lot P2 Lelykade (also known as Ir. Lelykade) in Harderwijk. It is a semi-paved area located directly next to the Dolfinarium.
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Parkeren Scheepssingel (P9)
Park on the outskirts of the city next to the fishing harbor. You can walk straight into the historic city center.
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Parkeren Vuldersbrink P11
Parking garage in the city center of Harderwijk near a large supermarket.
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Parkeren Plantage (P18)
Easy parking in the city center.
Frequently asked questions about parking in Harderwijk
Read the frequently asked questions and answers about parking in Harderwijk below.
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Outside the paid parking hours (08:00–21:00), parking is free on all municipal car parks. The Boekhorstlaan car park (P+R) and the Veluwe Poort are also always free for cars. Motorhome owners must purchase a day ticket there.
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Parking in Harderwijk costs €2.20 per hour. The maximum charge (day ticket) is €12.00 per day. Paid parking applies daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
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No, there’s nowhere in the city where you can park for free between 8.00 am and 9.00 pm.
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A day ticket for parking in Harderwijk costs a maximum of €12.00. This applies to all paid car parks in the town centre. You can buy a day ticket online in advance only for P2 Lelykade and P8 Zonneweide.
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Free parking is available near Harderwijk station at the Boekhorstlaan car park (P+R), about a 20-minute walk from the station and the town centre. Parking at this car park is always free and there is no time limit.
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In Harderwijk’s blue zone, the maximum parking time is 2 hours. Set your arrival time on a parking disc. The blue zone applies on weekdays and Saturdays, usually from 09:00 to 18:00.
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The best place to park in Harderwijk town centre is Houtwal Car Park (P14): centrally located, covered and open 24/7. For a quick stop, Kloosterplein (P17) or Parkeren Boulevard (P6) are also excellent choices.
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Veluwe Poort Harderwijk Car Park is the ideal starting point for a varied day out on the western side of the Veluwe. This is where the Veluwe, culture and culinary delights come together. With the bustling centre of Harderwijk and the vast forests just a short distance away, this is the perfect place to begin your exploration of the Veluwe.
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Free parking by the sea in Harderwijk is available outside the paid parking hours (before 08:00 or after 21:00) at the Boulevard car park (P6)
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There are four locations where you can park a motorhome in Harderwijk. P8 Zonneweide on Vuurtorenweg has the most space (15 pitches) and features a public toilet block and electricity supply — ideal for a longer stop. P6 Zuiderzeeboulevard offers 8 motorhome pitches with toilet facilities near the day-use marina. P2 Ir. Lelykade has 4 pitches close to the town centre. The Boekhorstlaan car park (Veluwe Poort) is suitable for motorhomes and a good starting point for exploring the Veluwe.
