De Naald, Apeldoorn Monument
Stone obelisk monument in Apeldoorn
A freestanding monument in Apeldoorn frequently photographed by visitors exploring the town centre and nearby parks.
De Naald, Apeldoorn at a Glance#
Address: De Naald, Apeldoorn (public monument in central park area)
How to Get to De Naald, Apeldoorn#
De Naald sits within Apeldoorn’s urban parkland and is walkable from the city center (roughly a 5-15 minute walk depending on the exact start point). Local buses serve nearby stops; the city’s railway station is a 10-20 minute walk away.
Tips for Visiting De Naald, Apeldoorn#
- Stand at the base and look up - the obelisk's proportions resolve from that angle.
- Combine this visit with a stroll through Apeldoorn's nearby palace gardens if in season.
- Visit on National Remembrance Days when wreaths and ceremonies give context to the monument.
Best Time to Visit De Naald, Apeldoorn#
Late spring and summer provide the most comfortable conditions for a park visit; public ceremonies can shape the experience.
Weather & Climate near De Naald, Apeldoorn#
De Naald, Apeldoorn's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (893 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 0° - 5° | -2° | 83 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Poor | 0° - 6° | -1° | 57 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 2° | 80 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 4° - 13° | 6° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.5h |
| June | Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 80 mm | overcast | 75% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.5h |
| July | Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 74 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.0h |
| August | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 65 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.5h |
| September | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 79 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 8° | 77 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Poor | 3° - 9° | 3° | 88 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | 1° - 6° | 0° | 93 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
