Discover the traditional
rural life
Kasteel
Heeswijk
3
4
Oudenbosch
Heusden
1
2
Waalwijk
1
2
3
4
There are many more great cultural trips in North Brabant’s big cities.
Discover these wonderful places and visit the province’s hidden gems.
1
The fortified town of Heusden near ‘s-Hertogenbosch is a beautiful town on the River Maas. Wander through the picturesque narrow streets of this lovely, fortified town and sail past the ramparts while the guide tells centuries-old stories. This historical area has galleries, speciality shops, lively restaurants and pavement cafés.
Walk through this beautiful, fortified town with a guide and learn more about it. The guides show you the most beautiful spots and are more than happy to tell you all about the town’s history.
Combine your visit to Heusden with a boat tour. Discover Heusden from the water and enjoy the beautifully restored homes, windmills and cannons.
St John the Baptist is a unique church and with nineteen copper domes and clock towers, a clear landmark in Waalwijk.
The Shoe Quarter is in the middle of Waalwijk. This museum connects the leather and shoe industry of the past with the future. There are temporary exhibitions, a research library, a workshop and a ‘Maaklab’ (for design and prototyping).
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The charming city of Waalwijk used to be the most important leather centre of the Netherlands. You can still see this history in the city while enjoying the lively atmosphere.
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Castle Heeswijk is a stunning location where the time of damsels and knights comes to life again. Go on a guided tour of the centuries-old castle or go up the secret staircases to this castle’s towers on your own. Climb the towers, discover the rich castle halls and enjoy the beautiful castle gardens.
During a visit to Heeswijk Castle you can enjoy a snack and drink at Bij de Barones. This restaurant is located in the Koetshuis (Coach house) and is accessible without a castle admission ticket.
Abbey of Berne is the oldest existing monastery community of the Netherlands, established in 1134. Visit this exceptional place and enjoy a home-brewed abbey beer or tasty pastry in the ‘Proeflokaal’ (Tasting Room).
The Kildonk Mill is an exceptional windmill consisting of a windmill and a water mill.
Arboretum Oudenbosch is a former monastery garden that has grown into a beautiful botanical garden with over 2,500 exceptional trees and plants. This natural green gem in the historical heart of Oudenbosch is an oasis of peace and quiet.
The St Louis Chapel used to be part of the Saint Louis Institute boys’ boarding school. Nowadays, the boarding school is a national heritage site and the guides at St Louis provide guided tours around the monumental buildings of the former boarding school.
Zouavenmuseum
In the Zouavenmuseum you discover exceptional, religious stories about these soldiers, the Zouaves, who defended the Papal States from the Italian nationalists.
4
In Oudenbosch there is a 1:1 copy of the St Peter’s Basilica in Rome. Architect Pierre Cuypers, known for the Amsterdam Rijksmuseum and Central Station, designed this 19th century masterpiece, and it is one of the very best architectural masterpieces of the Netherlands.
Discover the traditional
rural life
Kasteel
Heeswijk
3
4
Oudenbosch
Heusden
1
2
Waalwijk
1
2
3
4
There are many more great cultural trips in North Brabant’s big cities.
Discover these wonderful places and visit the province’s hidden gems.
1
The fortified town of Heusden near ‘s-Hertogenbosch is a beautiful town on the River Maas. Wander through the picturesque narrow streets of this lovely, fortified town and sail past the ramparts while the guide tells centuries-old stories. This historical area has galleries, speciality shops, lively restaurants and pavement cafés.
Walk through this beautiful, fortified town with a guide and learn more about it. The guides show you the most beautiful spots and are more than happy to tell you all about the town’s history.
Combine your visit to Heusden with a boat tour. Discover Heusden from the water and enjoy the beautifully restored homes, windmills and cannons.
St John the Baptist is a unique church and with nineteen copper domes and clock towers, a clear landmark in Waalwijk.
The Shoe Quarter is in the middle of Waalwijk. This museum connects the leather and shoe industry of the past with the future. There are temporary exhibitions, a research library, a workshop and a ‘Maaklab’ (for design and prototyping).
The charming city of Waalwijk used to be the most important leather centre of the Netherlands. You can still see this history in the city while enjoying the lively atmosphere.
2
Castle Heeswijk
3
Castle Heeswijk is a stunning location where the time of damsels and knights comes to life again. Go on a guided tour of the centuries-old castle or go up the secret staircases to this castle’s towers on your own. Climb the towers, discover the rich castle halls and enjoy the beautiful castle gardens.
The Kildonk Mill is an exceptional windmill consisting of a windmill and a water mill.
During a visit to Heeswijk Castle you can enjoy a snack and drink at Bij de Barones. This restaurant is located in the Koetshuis (Coach house) and is accessible without a castle admission ticket.
Abbey of Berne is the oldest existing monastery community of the Netherlands, established in 1134. Visit this exceptional place and enjoy a home-brewed abbey beer or tasty pastry in the ‘Proeflokaal’ (Tasting Room).
Zouavenmuseum
In the Zouavenmuseum you discover exceptional, religious stories about these soldiers, the Zouaves, who defended the Papal States from the Italian nationalists.
The St Louis Chapel used to be part of the Saint Louis Institute boys’ boarding school. Nowadays, the boarding school is a national heritage site and the guides at St Louis provide guided tours around the monumental buildings of the former boarding school.
Arboretum Oudenbosch is a former monastery garden that has grown into a beautiful botanical garden with over 2,500 exceptional trees and plants. This natural green gem in the historical heart of Oudenbosch is an oasis of peace and quiet.
4
In Oudenbosch there is a 1:1 copy of the St Peter’s Basilica in Rome. Architect Pierre Cuypers, known for the Amsterdam Rijksmuseum and Central Station, designed this 19th century masterpiece, and it is one of the very best architectural masterpieces of the Netherlands.
