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Do you want to experience Brabant at its best? Then Golden Tulip Hotel Central makes a perfect base. It puts you in the heart of the provincial capital. Beautifully situated on ’s-Hertogenbosch’s market square. It doesn’t get any more Central. Delightful day out or a weekend away Alongside loads of hospitality (the city has been awarded for being the ‘Most Hospitable City in the Netherlands’ multiple times) ’s-Hertogenbosch provides plenty of other reasons for a delightful day out or a weekend away. From historic buildings – the most famous being the peerless Saint John’s Cathedral – to great walks and shopping as well as 'De Tramkade', its latest cultural hotspot. So much to do You can cruise down the 'Binnendieze' urban river, but just as easily visit 'Design Museum Den Bosch' and the 'Noordbrabants Museum'. Or go to the movies at the 'Verkadefabriek'. Want to be active? There is loads to choose from: from a Jherominus Bosch tour to cooking workshops and from bicycle tours to pub quizzes. So much to taste Naturally you should sample the local delicacy, the one and only 'Bossche Bol' [a chocolate-covered profiterole] (from Jan de Groot). Want to taste more? Delectable restaurants abound, there are plenty of bars as well as the best row of patio bars in the Netherlands – even if they do say so themselves (the Korte Putstraat); this is the capital of bon vivant Brabant. Another tip: make sure to allow yourself to be wined and dined at Cé, our brasserie. So easy to reach Thanks to its central location, Hotel Central is truly easy to reach. Drive straight to multi-storey carpark 'De Tolbrug' (opposite the hotel) where hotel guests can park at a reduced rate in the cellar. Or drive to the transferium and take the free shuttle to the hotel. Arriving by train? It takes a mere seven minutes to walk to Hotel Central from ’s-Hertogenbosch’s central station. Go for a stroll… The nearest smoking area is a short walk away. The Waterpoort building is part of the first ring of ’s-Hertogenbosch’s fortifications and borders on the Herman Moerkerkplein, named after the draftsman Herman Moerkerk. There is also a group of bronze sculptures made by the married artists Jean and Marianne Bremers in 1992. The urinating, naked boy known as Dieske is sat on a column, thereby constituting a fountain. Adjacent to the column stands a young man with a lute and a young woman smelling a flower. The other side of the fountain features a jester. According to a 15-th century tale, a boy urinating into the Dieze river saw the enemy from Gelderland approaching and managed to raise the alarm.
When visiting 's-Hertogenbosch, there are certain highlights you have to make sure not to have missed. In the overview below we showcase the top 10 highlights of Den Bosch to make your stay truely unforgettable. Our hotel in city centre Den Bosch is the perfect base to start your adventure! 1. Het Noordbrabants Museum “Het Noordbrabants Museum” in the historical city centre of Den Bosch is a museum for art, history and culture. The museum brings the history and present of the region together in its vivid exhibits. The standard collection hosts works from renowned masters such as Vincent van Gogh, Jan Sluijters and the Bruegel family. Alongside the old masters, the museum displays a beautiful collection of the best contemporary artist from the region. Also worth your time are the dozen temporary exhibitions this museum hosts annually. This children friendly museum offers exciting tours and activities. More about 'het Noordbrabants museum' 2. Enjoy the splendor of the Saint John´s Cathedral The Saint John´s Cathedral is the city´s pride! If you visit Den Bosch, make sure you visit this magnificent gothic church. It´s enormous towers reach over the rest of the city, you can´t mis them. TIP: Climb the steps of the 43 meter belltower to enjoy the magnificent view over the city and the nature of the “Bosche broek”. More about Saint john's Cathedral 3. Visit “De Moriaan”, the oldest brick building in the Netherlands The oldest brick building in the Netherlands is located a stones throw away form our hotel in city centre Den Bosch. The building dates back to the beginning of the thirteenth century and is situated on the medieval market square, the bustling heart of the city. This unique building houses the tourist information centre called “visit Den Bosch”. You can find additional tourist information here. More about 'de Moriaan' 4. Visit ‘Zoete Lieve Gerritje’ 'Dat gaat naar Den Bosch toe, zoete lieve Gerritje. Dat gaat naar Den Bosch toe, zoete lieve meid.' Loosely translated this means something along the lines of: “Headed to Den Bosch is sweet sweet Gerritje. Headed to Den Bosch she is sweet sweet girl”. The song symbolises the spirit of Den Bosch and the ‘Meierij’ region. The songs is said to inspire gentleness and cheerfulness. A statue dedicated to this folksongs is located in the oldest part of town. On the corner of the ‘Lepelstraat’ and the ‘Korenbrugstraat’ on a plateau near the ‘Binnedieze’ you can find ‘Zoete Lieve Gerritje’. More about 'Zoete Lieve Gerritje' 5. Discover Jeroen Bosch in the Jheronimus Bosch Art Center The Jheronimus Bosch Art Center is dedicated to the famous painter Jeroen Bosch, native to Den Bosch. In this former church you can find all the masterpieces of this painter. Even though the displayed paintings are replicas, you can marvel at the works in their full size and glory. TIP: you can enjoy a great view of the city from the belltower. More about 'Jheronimus Bosch art center' 6. Visit Bosch's House Immerse yourself in the world of Hieronymus Bosch, experiencing the very place where he once lived, learned, and worked. Marvel at eight centuries of remarkably preserved architecture and a meticulous restoration that pays homage to its historical significance and commitment to sustainability. Discover the rich medieval history of 's-Hertogenbosch. In partnership with the Jheronimus Bosch Art Center, the municipality of 's-Hertogenbosch has transformed this beautiful, ancient building into a cultural gem. More about 'The House of Bosch' 7. Experience ‘De Binnendieze’ Tens of thousands of visitors navigate through the canals of ‘de Binnendieze’ annually. It is one of the main attractions that attracts crowds to the city, and rightfully so. ‘de Binnendieze’ Is a collection of canals and waterways inside the Den Bosch city walls. You can experience these unique waterways by way of open boat. You tour guide will tell you all you need to know about ‘de Binnendieze’ as you see the buildings pass overhead. More about 'de Binnendieze' 8. Relive history in the ‘Zwanenbroedershuis’ In the Hinthamerstraat the extraordinary ‘Zwanenbroedershuis’ is located. From the fifteenth century this building was home to a fraternity called ‘Illustere Lieve Vrouwe’. Get immersed in the rich history and admire the numerous historical artifacts, among which some unique fifteenth and sixteenth century musical texts, woodcarvings and William of Orange’s drinking cup. More about ' The Zwanenbroedershuis' 9. Visit ‘de Tramkade’ Just outside the city lies the cultural hotspot of the city: ‘de Tramkade’. This culinary, cultural and social hotspot is located in the former compound feed factory called: ‘de Heus’. Enjoy a coffee at the espresso bar, have diner at the design restaurant, take a beermaking workshop at the active brewery or go to an event in ‘de Kaaihallen’, all while you can enjoy the design and art throughout ‘de Tramkade’. More about 'The Tramkade' 10. Design Museum Den Bosch The collection of the Design Museum Den Bosch hosts works of artists like Pablo Picasso, Elsa Schiaparelli, Jean Cocteau, Meret Oppenheim, Grayson Perry, Hella Jongerius, Geert Lap, Natasje Boezem, Gijs Bakker, Emmy van Leersum, Kenneth Price, Susan Cohn, Lucio Fontana, Wieki Somers, Man Ray and many others. More about 'The Design Museum'
It is nice to know what you can do in our beautiful city, so we have written a short overview for you. According to Hotel Central, these are the best activities in Den Bosch. Take a walk or bicycle ride Discover extraordinary routes that lead you through and around the city of Den Bosch. Enjoy the area and unwind at ' de Moerputte ', ' Bossche Broek ' or the ' Kanaalpar k', where you can take a leisurely stroll through the flower rich grasslands. We can highly recommend the routes from ' De Paadjesmaker s', where you can find the best walks Boat trips A visit to Den Bosch cannot go without an organized boat trip on the 'Binnendiez '. This route takes you underneath buildings and houses, where you can acquaint yourself with the unique waterways of Den Bosch.Try and make the Den Bosch delicacy ' Bossche Bollen ' on the water. The possibilities are endless. Golf In Cromvoirt, in the shadow of 's-Hertogenbosch, lies one of Europe's leading golf courses, Bernardus Golf. A challenging 18-hole championship course, hosting the Dutch Open in 2021, 2022 and again in 2023. Experience an unforgettable day at Bernardus and become a member for a day and take a lesson from a pro at the Bernardus Academy. Museums In the museum quarter you can find two museums under one roof: The ' Design Museum Den Bosch ' and the ' Noordbrabants Museum '. The quarter itself consists of several authentic buildings dating from the later part of the eighteenth century until the early twenty first century. In the centre of this magnificent row of characteristic buildings a beautiful central garden is situated. The buildings are so intertwined the museums they house flow into each other which makes for a unique dynamic. Apart from the wealth of art and culture these museums have to offer, you can enjoy a great day out at the museum quarter. Vincent van Gogh Born and raised in Brabant Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) is famous for his unique way of painting. In recent years he has gained a more prominent role in the ' Noordbrabants Museum '. The landscape and population of his native Brabant have influenced the themes he painted later in life. Which is reason enough to devote an exposition towards van Gogh’s source of inspiration. Starting from march 26, 2021 the museum opens a permanent exhibit called ' Van Gogh in Brabant ', which will house paintings, letters, pictures, animations and other objects. The story of Van Gogh as a developing artist is told, which explores the relationship between the artist and his beloved Brabant. Historical Highlights Relive the past in the Saint John’s Cathedral. This elaborately decorated gothic church build between 1380 and 1520 is a unique building which hosts magnificent views from the belltower. Across the market form our hotel in city centre Den Bosch you can find the old city hall build in classical style in 1670. This magnificent building is open to visitors during working hours. Discover Den Bosch’s waterway, which snakes underneath buildings and through the city’s defensive structures. Curious to see what other highlights Den Bosch has to offer? Click this link to find out more. Did you know ...KLM traditionally unveils its new KLM House on its birthday, October 7. In 2020, the inspiration for the Delft Blue house distributed to passengers in World Business Class came from 's-Hertogenbosch! The 800-year-old building 'De Moriaan' became KLM House number 101. This building is located just 67 meters from our hotel! We hope the foregoing gave you a good insight into the wealth of activities in Den Bosch. Please let us know if you discovered any other sight you like to share with our guests or if we can help make your stay even more enjoyable.