Weekend in Nijmegen for nature lovers
Cycling through the most beautiful nature of Nijmegen, walking through the Rivierpark, discovering the history of the river, dining along the water... Experience what Nijmegen has to offer you as a lover of nature.
10.00: start with breakfast
Eat a tasty breakfast at Fika. Fika's menu includes smorrebrod: richly filled sandwiches with a Scandinavian touch. Take a seat, go over the weekend's plans, and enjoy!
11.00: e-bike bicycle tour through Rijk van Nijmegen
Discover the versatility of the Rijk van Nijmegen with this e-bike bicycle tour. Rent an e-bike via Nijmegen Actief, pick up the bikes at Café de Zon, and go on your merry way! There’s a 10 km cycling route from Café de Zon to the starting point of this bicycle route. The route takes you through the varied landscape and past the nicest sights Nijmegen has to offer.
Cycle through the beauty of the Mookerplas, Heumensoord, the Ooijpolder, and Millingerwaard. Along the way there are several places you can stop and have a bite to eat. Take advantage of that so you can keep up with the route with ease! Eat at Herberg Restaurant 't Zwaantje in Mook, for example.
More cycle routes through Nijmegen
14.30: drinks time
Time to have a nice drink at an outdoor seating area! Giving your legs a rest is crucial after having biked all this way. Café In de Blaauwe Hand is Nijmegen's oldest café, located in the heart of the city centre. Pretend you’re in the middle ages and take a seat.
Discover more outdoor seating areas
16.00: walk through the parks of Nijmegen
Take a walk through Nijmegen’s parks. Visit the Valkhofpark, Nijmegen's oldest park, which has fantastic view of the Waalkade. This is because the park is located on a hill along the Waal river. You might also notice the Sint-Nicolaaskapel, which dates back to about 1000. Be sure to walk inside to learn more about its history – if its doors are open. Close to the Valkhofpark is the Hunnerpark, so you can visit both! The Hunnerpark was constructed between 1876 and 1882, when Nijmegen’s city walls were demolished.
18.00: treat yourself to a sumptuous dinner
Sample French, Mediterranean, and Oriental cuisine at Arsenal 1824. On nice days, they light the charcoal grill on the restaurant’s outdoor seating area. Try some of their delicious meat, fish and vegetarian dishes. Treat yourself and enjoy all the flavours they have to offer here!
Taste more flavours - Indulge yourself with good food
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12 places to eat ice cream in Nijmegen
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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9x breakfast spots in Nijmegen
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
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
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!
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8x vegetarian restaurants in Nijmegen
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
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
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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7x Asian restaurants in Nijmegen
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
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
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:
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15 places to eat for cheap
15 places to eat for cheap
Eating out is always nice, but you might not have the money to eat at luxury restaurants. Sometimes you just want to eat for a cheaper price! Try out the following restaurants:
20.30: visit the theatre
Go to Stadsschouwburg Nijmegen or Concertgebouw de Vereeniging for the best shows. Discover, be entertained, laugh, learn, and recognize yourself in the stories being told. Whether you like cabaret, dance, theatre, musical or classical music: there are shows for everyone in Nijmegen.
22.30: return to the hotel or Bed & Breakfast
Spend the night in a luxury hotel room at Mercure Hotel Nijmegen, next to the train station. Or sleep on a boat at B&B Opoe Sientje.
More hotels and B&Bs
9.30: wake up with breakfast
Get some more rest by having breakfast at LUX Nijmegen. The menu includes several tasty breakfasts and specialty coffees. A great way to wake up!
More breakfast spots
10.30: visit the Museum De Bastei
Learn more about life in, around, and by the river at Museum De Bastei: literally touch the past of 2,000 years of buildings on the river. Inside the casemates, cannon corridor, and the tower, you’ll experience the story of previous inhabitants through unique Roman wall remains, a piece of Valkhof Castle, and the remains of the Bastei (bastion) itself.
12.30: eating cake
Discover Nijmegen’s sweet side and eat a delicious cake at Smaakrijk: the place to enjoy cakes and other sweets.
14.00: walk through the Rivierpark
After having discovered Nijmegen’s sweet side, it’s time to see more of its green side. Take a walk through Nijmegen's Rivierpark, which was built to prevent flooding and protect residents from the force of water. The dike at Nijmegen-Lent has been (re)placed 350 meters inland. This has created an elongated island in the river Waal, which lies between the historic city centre and the new district of northern Nijmegen. Discover a mix of water and nature, recreation, and urban activities.
More walking routes
Time to spare? - Discover more nature
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18 tips for a sustainable trip to Nijmegen
18 tips for a sustainable trip to Nijmegen
Making your city trip sustainable is key if you care a lot about the environment. There are plenty of locations in Nijmegen that’ll take this into account. We’ve highlighted a couple of them for you.
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8x best places to stroll through the forest in Fall
8x best places to stroll through the forest in Fall
Look outside: is the weather cloudy with a chance of falling fall leaves? Perfect time to take a walk in the woods. Put on a warm coat and get some fresh air while walking through the beautiful forest surrounding Nijmegen.
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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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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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6x great biking routes across Nijmegen
6x great biking routes across Nijmegen
Across rolling hills, along vineyards and with views of rivers: while biking you can see so much beauty across Nijmegen. Hop on your bike and enjoy nature, or travel along the water and see pieces of modern art.
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9x nature in Nijmegen, discover the prettiest green spots
9x nature in Nijmegen, discover the prettiest green spots
Feel like taking a walk and taking in Nijmegen’s natural landscape? Or are you done with your walks around the block and looking for inspiration? We’ve listed some of our favourite green spots in Nijmegen. Enjoy!
15.30: cozy lunch
We’d love to recommend you all the lunch spots in Nijmegen – but unfortunately that isn’t possible, so you’ll have to choose one! Pick a spot along the Waalkade and enjoy the beautiful view at Dock 17 or at WERF.
More lunch spots
19.00: dine along the waterfront
Dine along the waterfront at Bistrobar Bankoh. Asian scents and spicy bites, all in a Bistro jacket. Plus, it’s in a prime location, with a view of the Waal and the old harbour. What more could you want?
10.00: reminiscing with a morning meal
Experiencing a weekend in Nijmegen means a lot of afterglow! At Hotel Credible you can order a tasty morning meal and a cup of coffee. Talk about all the experiences, discoveries, and fun moments of the last couple of days.
