Restaurant De Veldkeuken
La Place restaurant in Soesterberg
Eat, drink and enjoy after your visit to the National Military Museum, or simply come especially for our restaurant.
Welcome to De Veldkeuken
At the National Military Museum in Soesterberg you will find De Veldkeuken: a La Place restaurant. Whether you have visited the museum, taken a walk across the former Soesterberg Air Base or completed a cycling tour through the Utrechtse Heuvelrug. At De Veldkeuken you are always welcome to enjoy a delicious meal, a fresh lunch or a cup of coffee with cake.
De Veldkeuken offers a varied menu with fresh, seasonal dishes in the familiar La Place style. From a warm soup and a freshly prepared sandwich to a full meal: there is something for everyone.
The restaurant also features an outdoor terrace. When the sun is shining, enjoy a relaxed lunch outside!
A restaurant for everyone
In the area but don’t have time to visit the museum? No problem. De Veldkeuken is freely accessible without a museum ticket. This makes the restaurant an ideal stop during a day out on and around the former airbase. Park, walk in and enjoy — it’s that simple!
This makes Restaurant De Veldkeuken a popular destination for:
- Walkers and cyclists in the Soesterberg area and the Utrechtse Heuvelrug
- Families on a day out, even without visiting the museum
- Groups exploring the grounds of the former airbase
- Museum visitors who want to talk about their visit afterwards while enjoying a meal
The menu at De Veldkeuken
De Veldkeuken works with a current La Place menu, prepared using fresh ingredients. Think of:
- Fresh soups and salads
- Hot lunch dishes
- Sandwiches and snacks
- Coffee, tea and soft drinks
- Cakes and sweet treats
The menu changes regularly and is tailored to the seasons. Curious about the current selection?
Please note: it is not possible to reserve a table in advance.
View the menuAllergeneninformatie
The National Military Museum and La Place take food safety seriously. A range of gluten-free and lactose-free options is available in the restaurant. Please ask our staff, we are happy to help.
Do you have a food allergy or dietary requirement and prefer not to take any risks? In that case, you may exceptionally consume your own food in the restaurant.
Accessibility and opening hours
La Place restaurant De Veldkeuken is located on the grounds of the National Military Museum at Verlengde Paltzerweg 1 in Soesterberg. The restaurant is easily accessible by car, bicycle and public transport.
- Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 – 17:00
- Monday: closed
(also open on Mondays during national school holidays)
The restaurant follows the museum’s opening hours. Opening hours may vary on public holidays and during school holidays. View the current opening hours here.
Walking and cycling at Soesterberg Air Base
The former Soesterberg Air Base is now a unique recreational area in the heart of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug. The site is ideal for a relaxing walk or a more active cycling route, offering plenty of space and remarkable historical elements along the way. And best of all? Afterwards, you do not have to look far for a well-deserved place to rest.
Restaurant De Veldkeuken is the perfect destination or a convenient stop along the way. Step inside for a cup of fresh coffee, a hearty lunch or a savoury snack and recharge before heading back. Cycling from Amersfoort, Zeist, Baarn or Leusden towards Soesterberg? De Veldkeuken is a logical and welcoming stop along your route. No museum ticket is required. Simply walk in and enjoy.
Visiting with your dog
Are you visiting by bike or on foot and bringing your dog? Good to know:
- Dogs are not allowed inside the museum or the restaurant
- Assistance dogs are, of course, always welcome
- Dogs are allowed on the outdoor grounds of the National Military Museum when kept on a leash
See you soon?
De Veldkeuken is the perfect place to catch your breath, recharge and enjoy, in the heart of a unique setting. Whether you are visiting the museum or simply stopping by during an active day outdoors, you are most welcome.
Plan your visit