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Located on the Waal River close to the German border, Nijmegen is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands and the first to be recognized as such in Roman times. In 2005, it celebrated 2,000 years of existence. Nijmegen became a free imperial city in 1230 and in 1402 a Hanseatic city.
The oldest city in the Netherlands. Nijmegen is the oldest city in the Netherlands. Right at the start of our era Nijmegen was founded by the Romans as an important base because of its strategic location. The city of Nijmegen is exciting, interesting and with a turbulent history.
- Learn about the history of bikes at Velorama in Nijmegen. It’s a fact that the humble bike is an indispensable part of everyday life in the Netherlands — but how much do you really know about its evolution and history?
- Do a sightseeing tour of Nijmegen with a local. Nijmegen is chock-full of key landmarks and hidden treasures, so what better way to explore these than through a sightseeing tour with a local?
- Have all your senses heightened at muZIEum, Nijmegen. Have you ever wondered how a person who is blind experiences the world? If so, you can satisfy your curiosity by visiting MuZIEum in Nijmegen.
- Explore unique Nijmegen entrepreneurs at work in the Honigcomplex. Any avid traveller knows that going off the beaten track is the best way to really get to know a new city — and one of Nijmegen’s secret nooks is the Honigcomplex: a hidden industrial building that houses 150 small businesses.
Guided tours through medieval walls and a historic cellar, revealing the legacy of the Limburg brothers and their art, highlighted by lapis lazuli blue hues. 3. Landhoofd Spoorbrug Nijmegen. The bridge itself is a beautiful architectonical object as it is oldest bridge (1879) in Nijmegen build for train...
Nijmegen. The Netherlands, Europe. From Roman camp to Catholic university town of 13,000 students, Nijmegen buzzes with energy and is vibrant place to spend a couple of days. This is the oldest town in the Netherlands, with a compact medieval centre yet all the urban-cool of a big city. Historic cafes, specialist craft-coffee shops and a decent ...
Nijmegen is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, with a rich Roman heritage and a vibrant cultural scene. Explore its natural beauty, historical treasures, events, and activities in the summer capital of Holland.
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The medieval monument is also known as 'House of Nijmegen History'. It is the starting point for anyone wanting to learn more about the history of the oldest city in the Netherlands. It is also the venue for regular expositions and lectures. Kronenburgerpark. Kronenburgerpark, very popular among the people of Nijmegen.
