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.
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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.
Top 10 European Destination
The EDEN Network of the European Commission and the famous publishers Forbes and Condé Nast Traveler have named Nijmegen as one of the 10 best European destinations in 2022. Nijmegen has also been named the best European destination for young people!
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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
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
Old City, Young Vibe![De Kaaij]()
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
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
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
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
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
Museums & art![Zomer expo]()
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
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![]()
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
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
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
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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7x tips for finding a student room
7x tips for finding a student room![]()
Finding a student room isn’t always easy, so we can understand that you might not know where to start. Don't worry, we'll give you a hand! Here are our tips for finding a student room:
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10x breakfast spots in Nijmegen
10x 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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10x best international supermarkets in Nijmegen
10x best international supermarkets in Nijmegen![]()
In Nijmegen, you can find a wide range of international products in supermarkets. Think Turkish, Greek, Slavic, Oriental, Surinamese specialities... and so on. We have listed 10 of these supermarkets for you. Enjoy your meal!
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5x Mexican restaurants in Nijmegen
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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7x parks outside of the city centre
7x parks outside of the city centre![]()
There’s no better place to take a walk than one of the beautiful parks in Nijmegen; there are a couple well-known parks in the city centre, but nature isn’t limited to the boundaries of the city centre.
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10x monuments in Nijmegen
10x monuments in Nijmegen![]()
There are a lot of monuments from a lot of different time periods in the old city of Nijmegen. These aren’t just statues, but also bridges, parks, and buildings! Discover Nijmegen’s protected monuments here.
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3x parks in Nijmegen’s city centre
3x parks in Nijmegen’s city centre![]()
Did you know that in addition to shopping, eating, and soaking up art and culture, you can also relax in one of the beautiful city parks in Nijmegen’s city centre?
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5x best picnic spots near campus
5x best picnic spots near campus![]()
We have made a list of the nicest places to have a picnic on and around campus: great if you want to have lunch outside, if you have some spare time until your next lecture or if you just feel like having a picnic.
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10x places to eat tapas in Nijmegen
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
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!
