Utrecht is a province of the Netherlands. As of January 2023, the province of Utrecht had a population of approximately 1,388,000. The Utrecht region is an ideal destination for a city getaway full of surprises, a vibrant nature experience, or cultural sightseeing. One of the province's most attractive natural areas is the Vechtstreek, situated along both banks of the Vecht River.
Utrecht is the fourth largest city in the Netherlands, and the capital and most populous city of the Utrecht province. As of January 2026, the city's population was 378,140. The canals are bustling with kayaks and small boats, festivals take place almost every weekend, and long summer days are spent relaxing on terraces.
Behind every door, every detail, every flower in its colorful gardens is a story. A story about earlier times, different cultures and interesting characters. De Haar is the largest castle in the Netherlands, once the private residence of the Van Zuylen family, whose descendants still stay here yearly.