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City guide · Updated May 2026
EuropeNetherlands52.4° · 5.2°
Almere,Netherlands.
Almere is the newest and greenest city in the Netherlands, built almost 50 years ago on reclaimed land.
Almere · NL
AlmereNetherlands
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Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)NEAREST AIRPORT
Population
202,840
Total residents
Global rank
#114
Wanderlust index
Best time
The hottest and most popular…
Peak window
Time zone
Europe/Amsterdam
Local time
Currency
EUR
Money in use
Language
Dutch
Spoken locally
01 · Overview
About Almere
Almere is the newest and greenest city in the Netherlands, built almost 50 years ago on reclaimed land.
Almere is often called the number one open-air museum of modern architecture. The city is known for its cutting-edge architecture, expansive green spaces, and waterfront living. Its vast network of lakes and canals makes it perfect for water sports, while the city is home to some of the largest nature reserves in the country.
02 · Wanderlust scorecard
How Almere scores
Ratings run 0 to 5 unless marked. They come from our AI-assisted research and are refreshed on a rolling basis.
2
/ 5
Cost of living
Affordability, 0–5. Higher means cheaper.
4
/ 5
Leisure
Leisure rating, 0–5.
82
Mbps
Connectivity
Median internet speed.
5
/ 5
Safety
Safety rating, 0–5. Higher is safer.
3.5
/ 5
Overall livability
Overall rating, 0–5.
4
/ 5
Air quality
Air-quality rating, 0–5. Higher is cleaner.
7.9
index
Index score
Wanderlust ranking, 0–10: overall, safety, internet, cost, leisure and air quality, weighted.
03 · Weather & when to go
Best time to visit Almere
Current weather and the forecast, and the months our research rates best for a visit.
Month by month
Best months Either side Other months
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Sweet spot: The hottest and most popular months are July, August, and June, with July around 73.9°F (23.3°C). For budget-conscious travelers, September through November offers the lowest hotel prices..
More cities for these months: Where to go in May · Where to go in June · Where to go in July · Where to go in August · Where to go in September
04 · Things to do
Things to do in Almere
Top sights from our AI-assisted research, and other places we have photos of.
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Almere Jungle
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Almeerderstrand Beach
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De Kemphaan Estate
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Kunstlinie Almere Flevoland (KAF) Theater
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Weerwater Lake
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Almere City Center Architecture
05 · Monthly cost of living
Cost of living in Almere
Estimated monthly totals in USD from our AI-assisted research, one per profile. Treat them as a starting point for a budget, not a quote.
$2,440
estimated monthly spend · USDProfileExpat
Price references — vs. profile benchmarks
Nomadmonthly spend · USD
$2,440
baseline
Expatmonthly spend · USD
$2,440
baseline
Familymonthly spend · USD
$7,894.7
+224%
Localmonthly spend · USD
$2,141.6
-12%
Median fiber speeddownload · Mbps
82
Mbps
06 · Neighborhoods
Where to stay in Almere
Neighborhoods our AI-assisted research lists as popular with visitors.
Almere Stad (City Center)
Almere Poort
Almere Haven
Almere Buiten
07 · Insider tips
Sights and neighbourhoods, with a tip each.
Practical tips on places from this Almere guide, written with AI. One is free; Pro members see the rest. Double-check details before you go.
Insider tips · Wanderlust Pro
Practical tips on the sights and neighbourhoods in this Almereguide — when to go, what most visitors miss. Written with AI about the guide's own places; double-check details before you go. Pro members see every tip.
08 · Practical notes
Practical information for Almere
The essentials from this guide's data, in one place.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport — Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
02
Money
- Currency — EUR
- Affordability — 2/5 on the Wanderlust index (higher is cheaper)
03
Internet
- Median speed — 82 Mbps
- Internet score — 5/5
04
Safety
- Safety score — 5/5 from our AI-assisted research
05
Language
- Primary language — Dutch
06
Timing
- Best window — The hottest and most popular months are July, August, and June, with July around 73.9°F (23.3°C). For budget-conscious travelers, September through November offers the lowest hotel prices.
- Time zone — Europe/Amsterdam
Questions
Frequently asked, plainly answered.
The quick answers travelers want before they commit to flights, neighborhoods, and how long to stay.
Is Almere safe for travelers?+
Almere has a safety rating of 5 out of 5.
What is the best time to visit Almere?+
The best time to visit Almere is The hottest and most popular months are July, August, and June, with July around 73.9°F (23.3°C). For budget-conscious travelers, September through November offers the lowest hotel prices..
How expensive is Almere?+
Almere has an affordability score of 2 out of 5, where 5 is most affordable.
What is the internet speed in Almere?+
Almere has an average internet speed of 82 Mbps.
What currency does Almere use?+
The currency used in Almere is EUR.
What language is spoken in Almere?+
The primary language spoken in Almere is Dutch.
Work-ready layer
Coworking spots and laptop-friendly anchors.
Real coworking spaces, laptop-friendly cafés, and libraries mapped near the center of the city — the closest, best-rated desks first.
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Real tradeoffs
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