Sightseeing in Tilburg - what to see. Complete travel guide

Today this city is a major scientific and educational area. The International University of Tilburg is widely known outside the country. Here study not only locals, but also students from various countries. Due to large number of young people numerous nightclubs, restaurants and pubs have quickly appeared in Tilburg. Here are opened several large sports complexes, tennis courts and fields for playing golf. The majority of the territory of the city is allowed for pedestrians and cyclists only. The cozy streets and spacious parks of this place are ideal for walks.
A wonderful amusement park Efteling operates in the city. Since its opening in 1952, it is considered a real historical landmark. Today, the amusement park is one of the most popular and visited in Europe. It gets more than four million visitors each year. The vast area of 650000 sq. m. is divided into several thematic zones. You'll find unique rides with the famous characters of old European fairy tales. There are extreme rides, as well. During the warm season, they hold recreational activities for visitors.

Among the historical buildings preserved in the city, the ancient Hasselt Chapel particularly stands out. It is quite small, made of red brick, and has beautiful design inside. Its main value is an elegant statue of the Virgin Mary. The chapel borders with a picturesque park. Every year in May, a traditional market opens nearby.

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Survived castles around Tilburg
♥ Castle 'Nemerlaer Castle' , 9.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Breda Castle' , 24 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Heeswijk Castle' , 25.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Slot Loevestein' , 30.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Croy Castle' , 35.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Nemerlaer Castle' , 9.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Breda Castle' , 24 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Heeswijk Castle' , 25.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Slot Loevestein' , 30.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Croy Castle' , 35.6 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Tilburg
♥ National Park 'De Loonse en Drunense Duinen' , 11.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Biesbosch' , 33.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Grenspark de Zoom - Kalmthoutse Heide' , 51.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Groote Peel' , 53.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Utrechtse Heuvelrug' , 57.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Loonse en Drunense Duinen' , 11.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'De Biesbosch' , 33.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Grenspark de Zoom - Kalmthoutse Heide' , 51.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'De Groote Peel' , 53.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Utrechtse Heuvelrug' , 57.6 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Tilburg from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Antwerp City Hall
From the series “Famous Buildings of Renaissance Architecture”
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Distance from Tilburg center - 61.8 km.
One of the main building decoration is the central sculpture of the Holy Mother. Near has placed other interesting compositions based on Bible history. The last huge reconstruction of the city hall was at the end of the 19th century. Practically all original elements were saved. The inner decoration of the hall was also saved. Today the main decoration of halls is the frescos. The walls and ceilings are covered with illustrations of the main historical events. Some halls have portraits of outstanding Belgium kings. The best Belgium artists of the Renaissance worked on them. …
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Central Station Antwerp
From the series “Top 14 Most Astonishing Railway Stations in the World”
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Distance from Tilburg center - 60.8 km.
Unfortunately, in the middle of the 20th century, the building was too close to be ruined. The reconstruction, that was made at the right time, saved the valuable architecture monument. The old station attracts a lot of people. Some visit it for moving to another place, another come here like in a museum. The huge shopping mall has also placed in the station. More than that, you can find over 30 jewellery saloons, several restaurants, and cafes. Waiting won't be boring at this railway station. It is a good place to visit for every tourist. This station is included in every tour around the city. …
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Rotterdam
From the series “Permanently Sinking Cities and Regions”
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Distance from Tilburg center - 60.7 km.
Even in the 16th century on the territory of the Netherlands the first windmills were built for dewatering the lands. However, the storms became harder and harder year by year. If the water will rise even for a meter, Hague, Brugger, Amsterdam and Rotterdam will be fully destroyed. Until the ocean level is relatively stable, specialists can cope with the problems. In the event of the global warming, the situation can be drastically changed. …
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A 16th Century Palace in Lucca to be Turned into a Hotel
The design of the new Lucca hotel is a combination of sophistication and contemporary chic. Earthy, red, Tuscan sun yellow, and pine green colors look particularly well in silk and velvet. Many guestrooms have their unique names, for example, the Puccini Suite or the Piccolo Room. These names have a connection to Lucca and its natives such as composer Giacomo Puccini who was born here. The hotel features an Italian cuisine restaurant, Legacy, and a rooftop bar.
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17.01.2021
The design of the new Lucca hotel is a combination of sophistication and contemporary chic. Earthy, red, Tuscan sun yellow, and pine green colors look particularly well in silk and velvet. Many guestrooms have their unique names, for example, the Puccini Suite or the Piccolo Room. These names have a connection to Lucca and its natives such as composer Giacomo Puccini who was born here. The hotel features an Italian cuisine restaurant, Legacy, and a rooftop bar.

17.01.2021
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