The Secret of Lelystad
A new tourist surprise in Lelystad every week!
Secrets of Lelystad:
Lelystad has so much to offer. The municipality of Lelystad would like to raise awareness about this. Not only for tourists, but also for the inhabitants of Lelystad.

In the coming months, these secrets will be revealed as 'The Secret of Lelystad'. Nice promotions, discounts and activities by entrepreneurs from Lelystad who are the driving force behind every secret.
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Ready for take off? Start the engines!
This weekend the Boeing 747 will be the focus of the Aviodrome Aviation Museum. One of the most imaginative aircraft in international aviation history. The one on display at Aviodrome is a chest with a rich history. The move from Schiphol to Lelystad was an adventure in itself, by road and water, even through the canals of Amsterdam. During the weekend you will hear beautiful anecdotes about this beautiful aircraft. There is even a Lelystad resident who was once captain of a Boeing 747. On Saturday and Sunday the Aviodrome Aviation Museum is the destination for young and old.
Special Fishing Course and Tour at Toms Creek
The Ninth Secret of Lelystad is Toms Creek. The place where novice and experienced fishermen can indulge themselves. Toms Creek is a beautifully designed park with several fishing ponds in the middle of the gate area of the Nieuw Land National Park 'De Oostvaardersplassen', next to recreational lake 't Bovenwater and camping site 't Oppertje. You can fish here to your heart's content: trout, kwie kwie up to sturgeon, carp, catfish and big game. For the avid angler, but also very suitable for the starter.
Until summer 50% discount on pedal boats and mini golf at Surfschool paradiso (Saturdays between 12:00 and 15:00)
Surf. To sail. supping. Everything is possible. On Saturdays you can take advantage of a special offer at Surfschool Paradiso between 12:00 and 15:00 until the summer (until 25 June): 50% discount on mini golf and pedal boats. And if you rent an E-chopper, a cup of coffee is waiting for you! So go to this oasis on the water today and let yourself be surprised in Lelystad.
Mountain bike path especially for children!
The first secret was revealed on Saturday 23 April by alderman Luc Baaten: a mountain bike trail especially for children. That was an instant hit. At the beginning of the route there is an information board with explanations. You can easily find the route by following 'Druppie'.
the Oostvaardersplassen Experience! Book the tour of August 14 with a discount
A new Secret of Lelystad: the Oostvaardersplassen Experience. An experience that guarantees an unforgettable day. A wonderful cruise along the Nieuw Land National Park and a unique walk through the Oostvaardersplassen with a guide. You can now book the experience of August 14 with a 25% discount on the total price (enter the code ZOMER when booking at www.nieuwland-experience.nl). Discover Lelystad!!
Special overnight stay at Buytenplaets Suydersee!
Would you like to spend the night in a cozy gypsy wagon or in an adventurous tree house? Or do you go for a robust and sturdy sea or graffiti container? Whatever you choose, you will always wake up to the chirping of birds, because this unique campsite is surrounded by nature. Take a look, the coffee is ready, just like the special escape room caravan!
The Green Fields Days!
The Green Fields Days. Mark your calendar for September 17-18. Ten different entrepreneurs would like to welcome you. Such as Vineyard El Placer, Atelier de green meadow, Hazelnut nursery de Avelaan, cooking studio and coffee and tea room 'Eva's kitchen garden' will welcome you with open arms. Children can participate in a treasure hunt and can take care of ponies
Quickly hop on your bike and discover this unique part of Lelystad.
The thematic cycling routes of Batavia Stad Fashion Outlet!
At this Secret of Lelystad you will be challenged by Batavia Stad Fashion Outlet to take one of the thematic cycling routes. A nice gift is available for every cycling couple at the Information Center of Batavia Stad Fashion Outlet, which matches the route. The 'Family' route is good for an Ajax key ring, the 'Sustainable' route for delicious Lindt milk chocolate from figurines called Bugs&Bees in the context of their biodiversity, the 'Art & Design' route for a Karl Lagerfeld cap and the ' Lelystad Waterrijk' for a Clog key ring. Get on your bike and discover Lelystad!
Please note: a gift per bicycle couple, on presentation of your home address in Lelystad and while supplies last.
Organic herb garden: The Polderkol
The Polderkol is an organic herb garden in North Lelystad. A lovely flowery place full of scents and colors, teeming with birds and insects.
Herbs are grown and processed into products that promote health, herbal teas, ointments, massage oil. The garden is open to visitors on Wednesday afternoons and there are regular courses and activities. When visiting the garden it is possible to take a guided tour.
With 85 km/h over the circuit at Kartcentrum Lelystad!
This secret of Lelystad is nothing short of spectacular. Imagine; you are ready. The helmet on and fully concentrated. The kart is being prepared. You sink into the bucket seat and the engine starts... Experience it for real and take a seat in one of the super fast karts on the track. An outdoor circuit to be exact. Because that is what makes Kartcentrum Lelystad so special. The circuit is located outside and that gives an extra dimension to karting: the experience is much more intense than with karting indoors, you experience the real racing feeling.
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In the coming months, these secrets will be revealed as 'The Secret of Lelystad'. Nice promotions, discounts and activities by entrepreneurs from Lelystad who are the driving force behind every secret.
Every week a new secret will be revealed in this place!