Top 10 Highlights Den Bosch

When you come to 's-Hertogenbosch there are a few places that you absolutely cannot miss during your visit. In this Top-10 Highlights you will find hotspots of Den Bosch that will complete your visit. From the very centrally located hotel you can easily start every new adventure. Have fun!

1. The North Brabant Museum

The Noordbrabants Museum is a contemporary museum for art, history and culture, located in the centuries-old historical centre of 's-Hertogenbosch. The museum tells the story of the past and present of Brabant. The permanent collection contains controversial works by masters such as Vincent van Gogh, Jan Sluijters and the Bruegel family. In addition, we show a broad collection of contemporary work by Brabant artists. Every year, there are approximately 10 temporary exhibitions. In addition, there are various guided tours and activities for children.

2. Enjoy the splendor and grandeur of St. John's Cathedral

The St. John's Cathedral is the pride of Den Bosch! If you are in the city, be sure to visit this special, Gothic church. The St. John's Cathedral cannot be missed. The towers reach above everything. Tip: Climb the 43-meter high tower and enjoy a beautiful view of the city and the Bossche Broek.

3. View the oldest brick house De Moriaan

The Moriaan is the oldest brick house in the Netherlands. The building dates from the early 13th century and overlooks the heart of the city: the Markt. It is also home to the hospitable visitor's desk Visit Den Bosch.

4. Visit Sweet Little Gerrit

'That goes to Den Bosch, sweet sweet Gerritje. That goes to Den Bosch, sweet sweet girl.' Who doesn't know the song? Sweet Sweet Gerritje is seen as the symbol of the Bossche and Meierijsche spirit, which stands for good-naturedness and cheerfulness. You can find the statue in the oldest part of the city, on the corner of the Lepelstraat and the Korenbrugstraat on a lowered plateau next to the Binnendieze.

5. Discover Hieronymus Bosch in the Jheronimus Bosch Art Center

The Jheronimus Bosch Art Center is entirely dedicated to the famous painter Hieronymus Bosch from Den Bosch. In this old church you will find all the masterpieces of the painter. Reproductions, of course, but in full size and framed as originals. Tip: from the tower you have a beautiful view of the city.

6. Visit Bosch's house

Feel what Jheronimus must have felt when he lived, learned and worked here. Admire eight centuries of wonderfully preserved architecture and a meticulous restoration carried out with a great sense of history and sustainability.

Experience the history of the city of 's-Hertogenbosch in the Middle Ages. The municipality of 's-Hertogenbosch, in collaboration with the Jheronimus Bosch Art Center, has transformed this beautiful, centuries-old building into a pearl of culture.

7. (Experience) the Binnendieze

Every year, tens of thousands of visitors sail on the Binnendieze. This makes it one of the city's biggest crowd pullers. The Binnendieze is the collective name for the centuries-old system of all waterways within the city walls. Sail in an open boat under the city's buildings and discover the underground water system.

8. Experience history in the Zwanenbroedershuis

In the Hinthamerstraat you will find the special Zwanenbroedershuis. Since the fifteenth century, this Zwanenbroedershuis has been the home of the brotherhood 'Illustrious Dear Lady'. Discover the rich history and many culturally valuable objects, including unique 15th and 16th century music books, wood carvings and the drinking cup of William of Orange.

9. Visit De Tramkade

Just outside the city a social cultural hotspot is emerging: the Tramkade. It is located on the site of the former compound feed factory De Heus. Discover the Kaaihallen, the Mengfabriek or the Werkwarenhuis on the Tramkade.

10. The Design Museum Den Bosch

The collection of Design Museum Den Bosch consists mainly of ceramics and jewelry. You will find work by 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.