Culture of Limburg. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces

Every city of Limburg is a living history embodied in incomparable historical monuments. Those who like to devote their rest to interesting museums and art galleries won’t be bored, as there are cultural venues even in the smallest towns of the province. Much of the important tour facilities are located in the capital of Limburg, Maastricht, and in its immediate surroundings.
Limburg is full of attractive dining places, where you can enjoy classic Dutch cuisine. It should be noted that neighboring Belgium had a serious impact on the formation of Limburg culinary … Open
One of the most picturesque architectural buildings of the capital is the Basilica of St. Servatius; it is situated in the heart of the city. The interior decoration of the Basilica is as fascinating as its spectacular exterior; spacious rooms are decorated with colorful murals and elegant gold trim. A part of the basilica houses a unique collection of religious artifacts and everyone can admire them. The region features picturesque grottoes attracting attention of curious travelers. One of the most beautiful and interesting places to visit, St. Pietersberg Caves, is in the capital. An entrance to the cave is found in an ancient tower that once was a part of large-scale fortifications.
Those who wish to admire unique medieval monuments should definitely see Kasteel Hoensbroek. It resembles a luxurious palace surrounded by the vast garden. Near the castle there is a special seating area, where many tourists set for a picnic. There are numerous interesting excursion sites outside of the capital. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
The fabulously beautiful region of Limburg appeals to fans of various activities. Scenic parks and caves, ultramodern malls and shopping centers, an abundance of attractive bars and … Open
Important attractions of Valkenburg are Castle Ruins & Velvet Cave. Dungeons are decorated with original sculptures and murals, which make walking around even more exciting. Those who are fond of theater would find it interesting to visit the city of Heerlen. This is where one of the most famous and popular theaters, Parkstad Limburg Theater, is situated. Venlo also features one of the most visited cultural venues of the region, Limburgs Museum. Its collection is dedicated to outstanding historical events, as well as the culture and traditions of the indigenous population.
In the section below, you can get one of our excursion, activities or city discovery tours over Limburg and surroundings. Our website offers 10-30% lower ticket prices, when compared to the offline purchase on the spot.

City tours, excursions and tickets in Limburg and surroundings

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Reference information
Map of all palaces
Public palaces near Limburg
♥   Palace 'Bronbeek' , 61.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Limburg
♥   Basilika St. Viktor („St. Viktor-Dom”), Xanten, 36.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Münster-Basilika St. Vitus, Mönchengladbach, 37.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basiliek van de H. Amelberga, Susteren, 44.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basilika St. Suitbertus, Düsseldorf, 49.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basiliek van Onze Lieve Vrouw van het Heilig Hart, Sittard, 51.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Münster-Basilika St. Quirin, Neuss, 51.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Basiliek van het Heilig Sacrament, Meerssen, 65.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Unique spots in Limburg and near

Abteiberg Museum

From the series “Famous buildings of Postmodern architecture”
Temporary exhibitions are often held in the museum. They are dedicated to a variety of areas of contemporary art. The museum has changed its location several times over the years as its collection has constantly expanded. The current building is a striking example of postmodernism. The Museum Abteiberg moved here more than a decade ago. Johannes Cladders is the founder of the museum. He became its first director afterward. … Read further

Crouching Tiger and Turtle

From the series “Furious Footways Around the World That Make You Dizzy”
Not always a ladder has an exact practical purpose. An excellent example is an original attraction, which can be seen in Duisburg. "Tiger and Turtle" staircase resembles a roller coaster with its outlines, but visitors of the attraction are offered not to pass, but to take a difficult route. An unusual installation can also be seen as a symbolic monument. The main material used for its construction is zinc, and it has been decided to build an attraction in the place where zinc mining was previously conducted. … Read further

Excursions over cultural sights of neighbours of Limburg

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