Camping in Limburg
Why we love holidays in Limburg
The most southerly of Netherlands' provinces, Limburg's fertile soil produces some of the country's best food. And with historic towns, winding rivers and nature at every turn, the living is good in Limburg.
Farm to table dining really reveals the region’s rich culinary scene, while lively markets showcase the area’s creativity to the full (try Maastricht's Thursday market). Limburg might well be one of the Netherlands’ smallest regions, but it packs so many great experiences into its borders that no-two days need ever be the same.
The essence of Limburg
Fine food
There are Michelin-starred restaurants, markets everywhere, and relaxed eating spots along the riverbanks: all with one thing in common - a passion for showcasing the region's excellent produce.
Pristine nature
Although not a huge region, Limburg is home to a cluster of enticing National Parks and scenic landscapes with plenty of opportunities to explore. Try the National Park de Groote Peel, or the forests and heaths of Meinweg.
Historic villages
In the deep south, time appears to have stood still. You can find half-timbered houses and peaceful villages dotted throughout the gently undulating landscape of south Limburg. Even in the bigger cities, old towns and medieval buildings aren't hard to find.
Our favourite things to do in Limburg
Fun days out
Explore the warren of caves and caverns below ancient Valkenburg, where Romans once mined, by subterranean train or on foot. Mondo Verde in Landgraaf combines a water park, animal park, botanical park and theme park for a perfect family day out.
Toverland in Sevenum, voted Europe's best theme park in 2018, features thrilling white-knuckle rides, waterslides, and playgrounds across six themed areas. For a unique experience, visit Drielandenpunt where you can stand in three countries - the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany - at once.
Getting active
The Maasduinen National Park, the longest stretch of riverside dunes in the Netherlands, offers magnificent hiking and biking trails through forests, heathlands, fens, and lakes.
Mount St. Peter, despite its name, is actually a hill plateau that features 80km of cycling paths through picturesque villages and flourishing nature reserves. The South Limburg region, with its rolling hills (including Vaalserberg, the highest point in the Netherlands), is perfect for cycling enthusiasts looking for some rare Dutch elevation changes.
Cultural hotspots
The Bonnefanten Museum in Maastricht houses one of the city's finest collections of art, medieval sculpture, and silverware, fusing old and contemporary art across its floors. In Kerkrade, the Continium Discovery Centre offers hands-on learning experiences, while the Cube Design Museum showcases striking modern design.
Vrijthof Square in Maastricht, famous for its summer concerts, is a large, ornate square with origins in Roman and Frankish times, now lined with historic buildings reflecting the city's religious and military past.
Our favourite things to see in Limburg
Historic sites
Hoensbroek Castle, one of the most fairytale-like castles in The Netherlands, offers forty rooms to explore, treasure hunts, and dress-up activities. Dating back to 1229, Maastricht’s Helpoort (Hell's Gate) is the oldest surviving city gate in the Netherlands. This imposing landmark now houses a museum showcasing the rich history of Maastricht's city defenses.
The War Museum Overloon, built on the site of one of the fiercest tank battles of World War II, features over 150 vehicles, aircraft, and cannons. The Saint Peter's Caves below the Mound of St. Peter contain tunnels that burrow into the darkness for over 80km, with limestone first mined over 1,000 years ago.
Cities and towns worth seeing
Historic Maastricht, synonymous with 'that' European treaty, has been a thriving mercantile and religious centre for centuries, with excellent museums, churches, city walls, and airy central squares (if you can, visit during its Thursday craft market).
Roermond boasts the largest designer outlet in the Netherlands with 150 stores and 200 designer brands. Venlo, an ancient Roman city, revolves around the busy Nolensplein marketplace with great shopping, restaurants, museums, and galleries. Thorn, known as the 'white town' for its pretty whitewashed cottages and the 10th-century Abdijkerk monastery church.
Natural wonders
Arcen Castle Gardens, designed over 30 hectares with 15 distinct themed areas including Eastern, Bamboo, and water gardens, showcase Dutch bulb art at its highest level. The vineyards of Maastricht, some of the oldest in the country dating back to Roman times, produce Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Müller-Thürgau in the heart of the Dutch winegrowing region.
The North Limburg Peel area features rolling pastures and quietly winding waterways perfect for gentle exploration, while the Maasduinen National Park offers forests, heathlands, and ever-shifting sands to discover.
Travelling to Limburg
Nearest airports
- Amsterdam
- Eindhoven
Nearest train stations
- Venray
Nearest ports
- Rotterdam
- Hook of Holland
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