Day trip in West Brabant

Active outings in West Brabant

Looking for more excitement? A cool activity for kids or something really different? Fortunately, there is also plenty to do if you are looking for an active outing in West Brabant! From the largest water play park in the Netherlands and Belgium to one of the most extensive leisure parks in the Netherlands. It's all close together in West Brabant.

Cultural and historical outings in West Brabant

West Brabant is a special region where a lot has happened over the centuries. Some places have a history going back more than 700 years. One of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, Geertruidenberg, lies in West Brabant on the edge of the Biesbosch. Geertruidenberg and several other places are part of the Zuiderwaterlinie (Southern Water Line) that protected Holland. The line's first structures date from the 16th century when the Spaniards knocked at the door. But there is more history than just the Zuiderwaterlinie in West Brabant. Special churches and seminaries, administrative centres and art history, you'll find it all in West Brabant. We have already listed the most popular destinations.

Fortified town of Willemstad

City walls, star-shaped dykes, bunkers and powder houses. The glorious past sings its praises in Willemstad. Visit the Mauritshuis or enjoy the many terraces along the cosy harbour. Enjoy Willemstad

Nassaustad Breda

Delve into the past of the Nassaus and their connection with Breda. Go back in time and discover the story of Breda's Turfschip. Enjoy the many terraces, restaurant and cafés. In short, truly Burgundian enjoyment.

Southern Water Line

The Zuiderwaterlinie in Noord-Brabant is the oldest, longest and most used Waterlinie in the Netherlands. From Heusden to Bergen op Zoom, you will discover the most beautiful forts and the cosiest fortified towns.

Markiezenhof Bergen op Zoom

Everything comes together in the Netherlands' oldest city palace. Experience the past, the present and the future. With various collections, there is plenty to see in the Markiezenhof.

Basilica of Oudenbosch

The Basilica of Oudenbosch is not just any church. It is a scaled-down copy of St Peter's in Rome. It stands in Oudenbosch for a reason. You will discover why the church is in Oudenbosch during a guided tour or with the audio tour.

Museum of Natural History and Ethnology

A world trip in one museum The Oudenbosch Museum of Natural History and Ethnology is a unique museum. It was created around the collection of the Brothers of Saint Louis.

Zouave Museum

A museum unique of its kind. The Zouave Museum tells the forgotten story of the Papal Zouaves who travelled from all over the world to Italy in the 19th century to defend the Pope. The Netherlands was purveyor to the court with over 3,500 young men. This museum recalls this period.

Flax and sugar museum

Flax and sugar beet are integral to the history of West Brabant. Flax has now disappeared from the fields. The museum can be visited in Klundert. Come and hear the story of this industry.

Visit nature reserves in West Brabant

West Brabant is a hugely varied area in terms of nature. If you enjoy a good walk in the woods, you can have plenty of fun in West Brabant. Right across the region is "the seam of Brabant". On one side lie the higher sandy soils, on the other the wet clay soils. You can see this in the landscape and nature! The higher sandy soils are full of woods and heaths that run almost contiguously from Breda to Bergen op Zoom. The northern lowlands consist largely of polders and dykes. This is what makes nature in West Brabant so interesting! We already have some hiking trails and cycling routes mapped out for you. Want to go on an adventure yourself? Plan your own route with Visit Brabant's route planner.

Biesbosch

In National Park De Biesbosch, there is plenty to do. Enjoy the beautiful nature or visit the Museum Island! Want to sail along? Step aboard the Seagull and discover the beauty of De Biesbosch.

Kalmthoutse Heide

One of the largest quiet areas in the Netherlands and Belgium. In the far south-west of the region, this is a walhalla for hikers and mountain bikers alike

Mastbos

The mast forest is centuries old. Some trees have been there for over 500 years! Walk along the plank path. Take the kids along the Kabouterpad or take the lovely walk along the foresters' path.

Rucphen Heath and Woods

Enjoying a day in nature? Go hiking, cycling or horse riding in the Rucphense Bossen. You will find sandy plains, deciduous forests, heath and grasslands. Especially for the family, there is a 3 km family route!

Pagnevaartbos

Located between Bosschenhoofd and Hoeven, the Pagnevaartbos is an ideal walking area to get a breath of fresh air. There are several catering establishments nearby to enjoy after a walk.

Top events in West Brabant

There is too much to do to list in West Brabant. We have listed West Brabant's main UITagenda's here. In our agenda find the most activities in West Brabant!

Outdoor agenda Brabant

On VisitBrabant, you will find a comprehensive calendar of all activities in West Brabant. Select by type of event or region you want to search in.

Outdoor agenda Halderberge

Packed with concerts and other activities. For example, the Hoeven four-day bike event, Classic Cars & Aeroplanes, Halderberge Art and Studio Route and Oudenbosch Special Beer Festival.

Breda diary

Breda is buzzing! There is always something to do in the city of Nassau. From music festival to city walk and from culinary spectacle to exhibition.

Staying and staying overnight in West Brabant

Want the comfort of a hotel room or B&B, the fresh outdoors of a tent or the best of both worlds in a chalet or bungalow? There are so many accommodation options in West Brabant that we cannot list them all. A good overview can be found at VisitBrabant. A few special places to stay we don't want to keep from you.

Hotel the Dragon

Hotel de Draak is the oldest hotel in the Netherlands. Located in the centre of Bergen op Zoom, this hotel breathes history!

De Wildert estate

For true nature lovers, Camping Landgoed de Wildert is a wonderful destination. Here, nature really takes centre stage. The campsite is located in the middle of the forest, squirrels walk past your caravan and the campsite is run in such a way that nature is disturbed as little as possible!

Hotel Bovendonk

Now that's a special night! Bovendonk is a former priest training college and is now largely used as a hotel. This national monument was designed and built by Pierre Cuypers, who also built the Basilica of Oudenbosch and the Rijksmuseum.

Group outings in West Brabant

Are you looking for a fun group outing, for example for a family day, outing with colleagues or a day out with friends in West Brabant? There are many different types of outings in West Brabant. Whether you're looking for an active day out or a quiet day out in the city or in nature, you'll find plenty to choose from in West Brabant.

Touring on the chopper

Discover West-Brabant with the E-chopper. Nice and relaxed touring from A to B. Can be combined with all kinds of activities along the way!

Visit heritage in Oudenbosch

Oudenbosch is a special place. Not only the Basilica of Oudenbosch, but also the boys' and girls' boarding schools and the various museums are well worth a visit. A must for lovers of history and heritage is also the guided city walk.

Escape but

Halderberge has more than 5 escaperooms, both indoors and outdoors. Do you dare to take on the challenge with your friends, colleagues or family members?

Things to do in West Brabant

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