Assen is a municipality and a city in the north eastern Netherlands, capital of the province of Drenthe. It received city rights in 1809.
Assen's main claim to fame is the TT Circuit Assen the motorcycle racing circuit, where on the last Saturday in June the Dutch TT is run.
Assen has a railway station - Assen railway station.
http://www.tt-assen.com/en/tt-motogp
HOW TO GET THERE:
Distances:
- Assen 3 km.
- Groningen 30 km.
- Amsterdam 190 km.
- Dusseldorf (D) 268 km.
- Brussels (B) 330 km.
The nearest airports are: Groningen e Amsterdam
CLIMATE
The Netherlands has a maritime climate, with cool summers and mild winters. The average temperature is 2° C (36° F ) in January and 19° C (66° F ) in July, with an annual average of about 10° C (50° F ). Clouds generally appear every day, and in the winter months fog often abounds, while rainfall occurs frequently. Average annual rainfall is about 76.5 cm (30 in). The mild, damp climate is ideal for dairying and livestock raising, but the limited sunshine restricts the growing of food crops.
THE CIRCUIT
With more than 100,000 visitors on the competition day, the Assen TT has been the biggest one-day sports events in the Netherlands for decades. The TT stands for tradition and a very full day with competitions in all classes. TT Circuit Assen offers visitors an attractive circuit with a clearly visible layout. Visibility is further enhanced by ten Big Screen Vidiwalls, which ensure that everyone has a full view of the competition's progress. We offer a unique atmosphere, modest admission fees and more than 8 hours of excitement. In short, there are plenty of reasons why you should attend the Dutch TT in Assen; the Grand Prix for racing bikes in the Netherlands.
To the hundreds of thousands of bike fans and the tens of thousands of day trippers who visit the TT every year on the last Saturday in June, the Dutch TT is what Monaco is to the Formula 1 fans, and Wimbledon to tennis enthusiasts. In fact, TT Circuit Assen has not lost any of its attraction and atmosphere, which means that it compares favourably with the modern, concrete eyesores at other Grand Prix circuits. The track, which dates from 1955 and whose foundations were laid during the first Dutch TT in 1925, forms an integral part of the surrounding natural area. Following a major renovation project, which started in September 1998 and was completed in the spring of 2008, the TT Circuit is now among the best in the world.
Improvements were made to the track and the facilities for riders and the press, and also to the facilities for our visitors. A large part of the seating area with 56,000 seats has been completely renovated or rebuilt. An eye-catching element is the 'floating' Geert Timmer Tribune, where the safety zone extends to below the stand, which is unique in the world. In the circuit's shortened northern loop, the 'Noordlus', the new Strubben Tribune was opened in 2007.
In 2008, the TT World Tribune, consisting of three stands with a capacity of 1,000 seats each, was also completed. In addition to these facilities for spectators, we have also improved the parking areas. Motorbike riders have already been able to benefit several times from the unique asphalted bike parking area at the rear of the main stand, and since 2007 car drivers have been able to use the 6,000 parking spaces that were built at an average walking distance of 100 metres from the circuit.
HOTEL VAN DER VALK ASSEN ****
LOCATION:
Four Star Van der Valk Hotel Assen with its 137 luxury hotel rooms is strategically located in Drenthe with easy access to both Assen and Groningen. Situated at the A28 motorway, a perfect location for short of long visits, both for business and for family gatherings. The rooms are spacious and have all the modern facilities. Van der Valk Hotel Assen has a pleasant and modern restaurant, which is well known for its cuisine.
ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH:
Direct dial phone
TV – Wi-fi Internet
Safe
Minibar
Hairdryer
DISTANCE FROM THE CIRCUIT: 6.5 kms / 10 minutes
HOTEL RESIDENCE HUNZEBERGEN ****
LOCATION:
Surrounded by the beautiful woods and heath lands of this area, the hotel offers 51 deluxe twin rooms that are furnished in a contemporary and stylish manner. All rooms are provided with air conditioning, coffee and tea making facilities, a safe and a mini bar. Most rooms have a balcony with view of either the park or the access road. There are 2 restaurants.
ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH:
Direct dial phone
TV
Private bathroom
Internet
DISTANCE FROM THE CIRCUIT: 26 Kms / 20 minutes
GOLDEN TULIP MIDDEN-DRENTHE HOTEL ****
LOCATION:
The Hotel Golden Tulip Midden-Drenthe is situated in the centre of the wooded province of Drenthe, a few meters outside the lively village Westerbork. The cities Assen, Emmen and Hoogeveen are within short reach of the hotel. It offers also an indoor bar, conference hall, wellness center and a restaurant.
ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH:
WIFI Internet
Safe box
Satellite Tv
Telephone
DISTANCE FROM THE CIRCUIT: 20 Kms
HOTEL MERCURE HAREN GROENINGEN ***
LOCATION:
Mercure Hotel Haren is a central starting and meeting point for a business or leisure trip to Groningen, Assen or the North of the Netherlands. The lively university town of Groningen is only 5 minutes drive away. The non-smoking hotel is located close to the A28 highway in Haren as well located nearby the quiet environment. Mercure Hotel Haren has 97 rooms, restaurant L'Écuyer, bar, several meeting rooms and free parking.
ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH:
Direct dial phone
TV
Private bathroom
Wi-Fi internet access
DISTANCE FROM THE CIRCUIT: 28 Kms / 20 minutes
HOTEL VAN DER VALK GROENINGEN - WESTERBROEK ***
LOCATION:
Ten kms far from Groeningen, this hotel is situated in a quite area near a natural reserve and has very large rooms. Car parking is at disposal of the guests.
ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH:
Direct dial phone
TV
Private bathroom
DISTANCE FROM THE CIRCUIT: 30 Kms
BRAAMS HOTEL ***
LOCATION:
Small hotel in the historical centre of Gieten, few kilometres far from the circuit. It has a restaurant and a pub.
ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH:
Direct dial phone
Private bathroom
DISTANCE FROM THE CIRCUIT: 20 Kms
HOF VAN SAKSEN RESORT
LOCATION:
Centrally located in the basin of the Aa en Hunze, on the periphery of the national Drenthsche Aa Stream, the Hof Van Saksen Resort offers two-storey cottages which have a solid oak floor, spacious furnishings and a modern kitchen. All linen, including towels and bed ones are included. It also offers spa, swimming pool, fitness centre and restaurants.
COTTAGES ARE EQUIPPED WITH:
2 double bedrooms
Bathroom with bath, sink and separate shower area
Lounge area with TV – DVD player – dining area
Open kitchen with combo-microwave and dishwasher
A separate toilet in the hall
DISTANCE FROM THE CIRCUIT: 12 kms – 18 mins
Netherlands - Assen
