Nature in Venlo

'Lekker zunke, lekker windje, lekker weertje!' is A dialect song and the way we say in Venlo: it is wonderful weather to go into nature. Whether you go walking or cycling, seeking relaxation or exertion, in Venlo you can go in any direction!

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Embark on an adventure in the nature of Venlo.

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Walking and cycling routes

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Walking in Venlo

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The most beautiful nature areas in Venlo

Venlo at the water

Admire Venlo from a different perspective? Step aboard the Filia Mosae, rent a sloop, or dock with your own boat. As a city on the Maas, Venlo has not one but two recreational harbors: Jachthaven Blerick and the city harbor in Venlo. Another fun way to discover the Maas is by ferry. During your crossing, you have a beautiful view of the Maas and its green banks, Kloosterdorp Steyl or picturesque Arcen.

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Do you prefer to be at the helm yourself? Then rent your own sloop at Sloepverhuur Venlo. Sail south towards the charming monastery village of Steyl or downstream to the picturesque Arcen. Bring food and drinks, good company, and your day on the water will be perfect! 

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Walking in the city center of Venlo

In the city center of Venlo, history is within reach. With these Heritage Routes (and a walking podcast by podcast creator and Venlo native Frans Pollux), you can learn about the rich history of our city while walking. 

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Enjoy the Castle Gardens of Arcen

Let your senses be stimulated, experience the history of Castle Gardens Arcen and discover the more than 15 unique gardens laid out around the historic estate of the 17th-century Castle Arcen.

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Nature in the city centre

Visiting Venlo and not in the mood for a long walk or bike ride? These are the places in the city center where you can relax in the greenery or by the water.

Discover the nature in (and around) the monastery village of Steyl.

In and around Steyl you can enjoy fantastic walking and cycling. Put on your walking shoes or hop on a bike and discover the beauty along the banks of Mooder Maas, the Monastery Gardens and the botanical garden of the Jochumhof in the heart of this special monastic village. 

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Discover the cultural calendar

Do you want to go on an adventure in nature and on the water? Then you can indulge yourself in Venlo! Discover everything there is to experience in Venlo.

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Ramen exhibition the Fantastische Maaswezens.

From June 1 to October 25 (end of autumn break), Visit Noord-Limburg, in collaboration with Basisschool de Weiert and Museum van Bommel van Dam, is organizing the window exhibition Fantastic Meuse Creatures.38 windows in Arcen are transformed into a colorful open-air museum. In these windows, you will find 'Meuse Creatures'.Meuse Creatures are fantasy animals, crafted by students of the Weiert (primary school of Arcen), which they imagine could live in the Meuse River.The 38 windows hiding the Meuse Creatures form a walking route, a kind of treasure hunt, that children and families can walk this summer and early autumn.Behind the windows of the Inaborgh, you will find Mermaid Fish Lizzy and Blobfish Jan, our Meuse Creatures. They will remain there until October 25.You can find the complete route via this link:  Maaswerken | Visit Noord-Limburg

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See­ing Sounds

What if you could also see music? In the exhibition Seeing Sounds at the van Bommel van Dam museum, you will discover the work of four artists from different generations for whom music is more than a subject: it is a way to imagine freedom.Yet something remains unseen until you listen. Take a seat at one of the vinyl stations, browse, choose, listen, and experience how music changes your view on the artworks of Raafat Ballan, Sedje Hémon, Sam Middleton, and Dion Rosina. An invitation to look with both eyes and ears!

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K3 at open-air theater De Doolhof

𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗮 are bringing a full live concert with an extensive live band to this atmospheric open-air theater. Over 26 years after K3 was founded, the three are doing what they do best: making people happy with their cheerful, infectious music. This time, they are not only targeting the youngest fans but also everyone who grew up with classics like ‘Oya Lélé’ and ‘Alle Kleuren’. During this show, all the big hits and new songs will be featured — packaged in an energetic, colorful, and surprising live concert.And you have two chances to be there: a cheerful 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗻 or a 𝘀𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 later in the day. Don't miss it — this will be K3 like you've never seen them before!𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀:𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 – 𝟲 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 Open: 1:00 PM Start: 1:30 PM𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟲 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 Open: 6:00 PM Start: 6:30 PM𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://k3.eventgoose.com/

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Be well prepared on your way.

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Plan your visit

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Are you staying the night?

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Accessibility and transport to and from Venlo