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Utrecht is one of the Netherlands’ great rugby cities and a fantastic base for any touring squad. Centrally located, you’re never far from the country’s most welcoming clubs, with fixtures available at every level. Dutch rugby is growing quickly, with well-run youth systems, competitive senior sides, and a real enthusiasm for hosting international visitors. Easter is a highlight of the calendar, when RC Hilversum host their famous International Youth Rugby Festival — a brilliant event that attracts touring teams from across Europe and beyond.
Away from the pitch, Utrecht is a gem. One of the country’s oldest cities, its medieval centre is full of winding canals, cobbled streets, and the towering Domtoren — climb to the top for panoramic squad photos. The university gives the city a youthful, buzzing atmosphere, with over 40,000 students driving a lively mix of restaurants, music bars, and cafés. It’s cheaper, safer, and more authentic than Amsterdam, but still delivers the same Dutch energy.
For squads looking to balance competitive rugby with culture and nightlife, Utrecht is spot on. Fixtures, festivals, and a city built for fun — it’s no wonder so many touring teams choose Utrecht.
Touchdown in Amsterdam
Collect baggage and meet your coach driver in arrivals
Transfer to Utrecht
Arrive & Check in
Evening at leisure
Transfer to Utrechtse Rugby Club
Training session
Post-training hospitality
Return to your accommodation
Evening at leisure
Walk to a local Restaurant
Arrive & take your seats
Restaurant Dinner
Return to your accommodation
Transfer to Hilversum Festival
Day of rugby and fun
Return to accommodation
Walk to local restaurant
End of tour dinner
Check out of accommodation
Transfer to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
End of tour
Powerboating Experience on the North Sea
Ice Skating, Bungee Football or Sumo Wrestling at the amazing De Uithof Activity Centre
End of tour Dinner at Gaucho's all-you-can-eat BBQ Ribs Restaurant
Entry into the annual Hilversum youth festival
Day trips to nearby Amsterdam
Fixtures with Utrechste Rugby Club, a welcoming side known for hosting touring teams at all levels
A great base for the Hilversum International Youth Festival, one of Europe’s top Easter rugby events
Centrally located, giving easy access to other Dutch rugby hubs such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague
Competitive fixtures played in the right spirit, with proper post-match hospitality guaranteed
Growing rugby culture in the Netherlands, offering well-run youth sections and strong senior opposition
For squads bringing their own transport, Utrecht is an easy run once you’re on the Dutch motorways. From Calais it’s around 4.5 hours, making it very doable for touring teams.
Amsterdam – 45 minutes
Rotterdam – 1 hour
The Hague – 1 hour 10 minutes
Eindhoven – 1 hour 15 minutes
Brussels – 2 hours
Sail into the Hook of Holland from Harwich and Utrecht is under an hour and a half by coach. Slightly further afield, Utrecht is still easily accessed from the overnight ferry into Amsterdam from North Shields & of course the routes to Calais & Dunkirk. Either way. it’s a great option if you want to bring your own kit and keep travel costs low.
Hop on the Eurostar from London St Pancras and be in Amsterdam in just over four hours. A short connecting train takes you directly to Utrecht — fast, comfortable, and group-friendly
Amsterdam Schiphol is the main gateway, with direct flights from almost every UK and European airport. From Schiphol, Utrecht is just 30 minutes by train — quick, simple, and hassle-free.
Two excellent hostel options for touring squads. Stayokay Utrecht Centrum puts you right in the heart of the city, while Stayokay Bunnik is ideal for younger teams with loads of outdoor space to throw a ball around. Both hostels serve up hearty meals, flexible to team requests, and can provide private dining or entertainment rooms — making them perfectly suited to rugby groups.
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