Welcome to Nijmegen!
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Old city, Young vibe
The oldest city in the Netherlands, but also innovative and playful. Old and new, tradition and tech. Exciting and inspiring.
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Old city, Young vibe
The oldest city in the Netherlands, but also innovative and playful. Old and new, tradition and tech. Exciting and inspiring.
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Old city, Young vibe
The oldest city in the Netherlands, but also innovative and playful. Old and new, tradition and tech. Exciting and inspiring.
Nijmegen is the oldest city of the Netherlands with a city center full of important historical locations. And it’s not just a rich cultural history that Nijmegen has to offer. A large number of students, numerous events and festivals, unique hot spots and cozy restaurants all add up to an unprecedented liveliness in our city. Just put your feet in the sand at our city beach next to the river Waal, or relax at one of the numerous sidewalk cafes.
A large array of both chain stores and small and unique specialty stores will complete your Nijmegen experience, whether you’re here for a day or for the entire weekend. And don’t forget to have a drink and a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants and cafes.
The oldest city in the Netherlands is bursting with energy! Or as we put it: Old City, Young Vibe.
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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Highlights
You'll truly get to know Nijmegen when you've seen all of our highlights! See here for what you shouldn't miss in the oldest city in The Netherlands.
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Old City, Young Vibe
The oldest city in the Netherlands is bursting with energy! Or as we put it: Old City, Young Vibe. Whether we are talking about a night out, a culinary meal, shopping, or nature, Nijmegen has it all!
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Walk of the Town
It squirms, it dances, it lives, and it leads. The Walk of the Town is an adventure route throughout the city, passing by cultural hotspots, historical and iconic buildings with marvelous views.
Discover Nijmegen - Enjoy the good life
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Food & drinks
Grab a chair and have a seat. With the extensive range of restaurants in Nijmegen, you will always find one to your liking. From world kitchen to a regional dish, there is plenty of choice.
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Nightlife
Nights are long in Nijmegen! You’ll see both upcoming talents and some of the biggest artists in our city’s pop venues. When the season kicks off, you really don’t want to miss festivals and events in our city of culture.
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Shopping
In one of the 400 stores you can always find something to your liking. In the Lange Hezelstraat you’ll find beautiful historic buildings and at the Marikenstraat you literally shop at a higher level.
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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Museums & art
Nijmegen has many galleries and museums. So there is always something to do for everyone, no matter your age. View here to explore art and museums in Nijmegen and be inspired.
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Performance art
Stand-up, theatre, cabaret, dance… Our stages have been used in the most creative manners for decades. A colourful collection of people put on spectacular shows on old and new Nijmegen stages every week!
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Festivals
Festivals take place in Nijmegen throughout the year. One-day festivals, multiple-day festivals, inside or outside, music or film, art or theatre, dance or literature, on holidays, especially for children, or completely devoted to food and drink.
Plan your visit - Stay for a day or a weekend
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Day trip
A dive into history or into a steaming bubble bath. A stroll through the oldest shopping street in the Netherlands or along the shores of the Waal river.
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Weekend trip
You'll truly experience the cosiness and hospitality of the Waal river city when you stay overnight. Check here for the things you should not miss during a weekend in Nijmegen.
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Where to stay
Whether you’re here for a shopping weekend or a vacation with the entire family: it is easy to find a good place to sleep in Nijmegen that fits your mood.
Hotspots of Nijmegen - Experience Nijmegen like a local
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12 places to eat ice cream in Nijmegen
From vanilla to lemon and from chocolate to mint: there’s a lot of ice cream out there, and a lot of parlours. You’re sure to score some delicious ice cream at these locations:
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9 places to drink wine in Nijmegen
Do you having something to celebrate, is it five o’clock or do you simply feel like drinking some wine? Is your date night incomplete without a glass of white wine, red wine or rosé? We’ve listed the best places to drink wine in Nijmegen for you.
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9x breakfast spots in Nijmegen
It's morning and you're in the mood for a delicious breakfast, but chances are you don't feel like whipping something up yourself. Fortunately, there are plenty of places where you can get a take-out breakfast! We’ve listed some of them for you.
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5x Mexican restaurants in Nijmegen
Mexico is the country of chili peppers, corn, tacos, and tortillas. Does that get you excited? Then you’re in luck, because there are no less than five restaurants in Nijmegen where you can eat real Mexican cuisine. We’ve listed the real hotspots for you.
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10x places to eat tapas in Nijmegen
Looking to enjoy an evening of tapas with friends, family or colleagues? We have selected the best tapas restaurants in Nijmegen for you! Enjoy!
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5x places to eat sushi in Nijmegen
Are you a real sushi lover? Then you’re in luck, because Nijmegen is bursting with sushi restaurants. Whether your favourite is nigiri, temaki or maki, at these 5 restaurants you’re in the right place!
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9x spots to drink until the early hours in Nijmegen
Spending your holiday in Nijmegen? That means enjoying drinks until the wee hours of the morning. Open your bottle of bubbly, because we’re sharing the hottest summer spots with you. Enjoy!
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8x vegetarian restaurants in Nijmegen
What are the best places to eat vegetarian dishes? There are a lot of good ones in Nijmegen. We have made a list of a few vegetarian restaurants for you:
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5 places to eat burgers in Nijmegen
A hamburger is great, no matter time or place! Add fries or a drink to make it even better… Fancy a burger? These places in Nijmegen make a mean one:
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12x spots for lunch and dinner with kids in Nijmegen
You can eat great lunches and/or dinners with your kids at… We’ve put together 12 tips for you! Bon appetit and have fun!
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13x places to drink coffee in the centre of Nijmegen
There’s a coffee shop on every street(corner) in Nijmegen’s city centre. Do you need coffee to wake up in the mornings? Or are you looking to discover a new indie coffee shop? Read through this article and settle down at one of these locations.
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12x places to drink cocktails in Nijmegen
Make an evening of drinks even more special with delicious cocktails! Where’s the best place to drink cocktails in Nijmegen? We’ll help you out in this article!
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7x Asian restaurants in Nijmegen
Are you looking for something other than stew or a veggie burger? Spend an evening dining on Indian, Indonesian or Thai cuisine! We’ve put together a list of Asian restaurants that’ll make your mouth water.
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13 places to drink coffee in the centre of Nijmegen
There’s a coffee shop on every corner of the city. Are you grumpy in the mornings if you don’t breathe in the warm aroma of coffee? Or are you just looking to discover a new coffee shop? Read this list and plop down at one of these locations.
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Sweet and savory: 8 spots for a delicious high tea
Are you a lover of tea and looking for the best high tea spots in Nijmegen? You’re in luck! Nijmegen has a lot of locations to enjoy scones, sandwiches, quiches, and different kinds of tea. Discover our favorite places here:
Life in Nijmegen - Study, work, relax...
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Study
Find out everything you need to know about studying in Nijmegen. Which schools and universities are there? Which student association can you join? Or what are the best places to go? And have you thought about a part-time job?
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Health & High Tech
Nijmegen is a city that presents itself as a global top player in solving social issues and problems. With its significant position in the Health & High Tech sector, Nijmegen belongs to the international top when it comes to improving the quality of life, healthcare and the development of high-quality technology for various social applications.
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Expat life in Nijmegen
In the series "Expat Life in Nijmegen", expats talk about their lives in the Netherlands' oldest city. How did they end up here? What do they do in daily life here and what do they think of the city and its surroundings?
