Dive into the rich history of Venlo

Immerse yourself in the history of Venlo where the past can still be seen, heard, and felt everywhere. Stroll along the many old buildings and discover the special stories hidden behind modern facades. Read more here about the heritage and historical sites that make Venlo such a special city!

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Discover the Heritage of Venlo

In Venlo and surrounding villages, you will find well-preserved historical gems with interesting and beautiful stories. In the Venlo city center, the village center of Tegelen and Picturesque Arcen discover the stories behind special buildings through the Erfgoudroutes. Scan the QR codes on the facade plaques and let a world full of history open up for you!

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Erfgoud Venlo

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Erfgoud Arcen

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Erfgoud Tegelen

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Erfgoud Verdedigingswerken

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Stolpersteine (Stumbling stones)

With 'Stolpersteine' - a project by the German artist Gunter Demnig - we commemorate the victims of the Nazi regime in World War II. In Venlo, you will find a lasting reminder of the victims of Nazi terror in the places where they lived.

Do you come across a stumbling stone? Then pause for a moment, bow your head, and softly say the name on the Stolperstein. As long as their names are repeated, they live on. Someone is never truly gone as long as their name is spoken.

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Exploring with a city guide

Let yourself be carried away by the stories, secrets, and history of the Venlo city center. The city guides from Tourist Information Venlo are happy to take you on an exciting tour. From the centuries-old town hall to hidden gems and well-known highlights, there is always something new to discover!

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Explore the cultural calendar.

Do you want to go on a historical journey of discovery? 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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