Posbank
Rheden, Netherlands
Rolling heath on the edge of the Veluwe with long views over the IJssel valley. Best in late August, when the heather flowers purple; Highland cattle graze the slopes.
The Posbank is the best-known viewpoint and heathland area in Veluwezoom National Park near Rheden in Gelderland. The park covers more than 5,000 hectares; Natuurmonumenten bought its first piece in 1911. The viewpoint sits about 90 metres up, and on clear days the view reaches as far as Germany. The heath blooms purple from August to mid-September. Highland cattle and Icelandic horses graze here, along with a flock of sheep that keeps the heath open.
Drivers should note: since 1 July 2024 the through road over the Posbank has been partly closed to cars and motorcycles, daily in July and August and on weekends and public holidays all year. Several small car parks are permanently closed. Natuurmonumenten recommends cycling or public transport; the nearest station is Rheden.
Time-sensitive: because of roadworks on the Schietbergseweg, a local report says Paviljoen De Posbank is reachable by car on weekdays from 5 October only via the Beekhuizenseweg from De Steeg, and not at all by car on weekends and holidays; the works are expected to last until about 17 November (as of October 2026, check before you go).
- Nearest town
- Rheden, Netherlands
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 52.0280, 6.0200
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Netherlands: No motorway tolls for cars. 100 km/h on motorways between 6:00 and 19:00.
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Campsites nearby
- Camperpark - Jachthaven 't EilandMotorhome stopover5 km from Posbank · 44 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityShowersToiletsDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Landal ColdenhoveCampsite7 km from PosbankTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Natuurkampeerterrein ZegenoordCampsite9 km from PosbankTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- ReeëndalCampsite10 km from Posbank · 44 pitchesTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- WarnsbornCampsite10 km from PosbankTentsCaravansElectricityShowersWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Arnhem Vakantiepark OostappenCampsite11 km from PosbankTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
All campsites in Netherlands · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Posbank?
Posbank is in Rheden, Netherlands, at GPS 52.0280, 6.0200. It is about 10 km from Arnhem.
Can you camp near Posbank?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is De Mars, about 4 km away; within 25 km there are 193 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Posbank?
Posbank is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Hoge Veluwe and the Hanseatic IJssel.
What is there to see near Posbank?
Places worth a stop nearby: Netherlands Open Air Museum (8 km), Kröller-Müller Museum (16 km), Paleis Het Loo (23 km) and Dom Tower (62 km).
When is the best time to visit Posbank?
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)