The Canal Apartment Donkere Gaard is located in the very heart of Utrecht’s city centre. It is located at the first floor of the building, that can be entered by a stairway on the ground Floor. The apartment has been completely renovated and includes everything one needs to make a temporary stay in Utrecht to a success. The apartment has got a warm and contemporary interior, a new kitchen and large bedroom with ensuite bathroom. Public transportation Utrecht Central is the heart of the rail network in the Netherlands and the entrance gate to the city of Utrecht. The network of Utrecht connects the various public transport types: bus, tram, bicycle and train. Utrecht is located in the heart of the Netherlands, therefore all trains will stop here and arrive at the same destination every 15 minutes. From Utrecht Central Station all our apartments are located within 10 minutes walking distance. If you take the bus it will also take you approximately about 10 minutes between our apartments and Utrecht Central Station. Neighborhood The area in which this apartment is located, has been built in the Middle Ages, around the 13th century, and thanks its name to an orchard that used to be located in cosy small square. From the living room one has a stunning view on the “DOM tower”, restaurants and terraces. From the bedroom the eyes are spoiled with a beautiful view over Utrecht’s main and most famous canal, “The Oudegracht”. Utrecht Central Station, the largest station in the Netherlands, is only a 10 minute walk away. Shops and restaurants of the inner city, along with Utrecht’s numerous squares with bars and boutiques, are all located within walking distance of this completely renovated apartment.