Welcome to Nijmegen!
The oldest city in the Netherlands is bursting with energy! In other words: Old City, Young Vibe. A vibrant nightlife, culinary delights, shopping or nature – Nijmegen has it all. And it's all within walking distance: from the heart of the city, you can be at the Waal beaches among the Konik horses in 15 minutes.
The oldest city in the Netherlands
Nijmegen is the oldest city in the Netherlands. Right at the start of our era Nijmegen was founded by the Romans as an important base because of its strategic location. The city of Nijmegen is exciting, interesting and with a turbulent history. You can find evidence of past times everywhere, both in old buildings and in the city architecture. See it for yourself!
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Discover Nijmegen - Enjoy the good life
Culture and history in 101 forms
Nijmegen is bursting with life! Is it the weekend already? If so, there’s a big chance that a festival or event is being held somewhere in the city. Besides that, Nijmegen is home to LUX – the Netherlands’ biggest art-house cinema – and Doornroosje, a mecca for music fans that hosts hundreds of live performances a year. Plus there are more than a handful of museums.
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