11/11 Den Bosch at Hotel Central

The Eleventh of the Eleventh at Hotel Central

On Wednesday, November 11, it’s that time again: at exactly 11:11 a.m., Den Bosch, or Oeteldonk, officially opens the carnival season. The city turns red, white and yellow, the Oeteldonk hits start playing and the countdown begins. From Hotel Central, right on the Market Square, you’re right in the middle of the celebration.

See our favorite tips below for the ideal day program: from a delicious breakfast to bitterballen with beer. We know exactly where you need to be. 

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11/11, the opening of the carnival season in Oeteldonk

Start 11/11 with an Oeteldonk breakfast

On Wednesday 11 November the day starts early at our place, at 9:11 a.m. That is when the 11/11 Breakfast is ready for you in De Hoofdwacht at Hotel Central. An extensive breakfast buffet, a solid base for the day ahead and the question hanging over Oeteldonk: who will be the new Peer?

CV De Piccolo provides the music and gets you in the mood for 11/11. Extra festive, because they are celebrating their 105th anniversary this year. You can join us until 10:33 a.m., after which it is a short walk to the Markt.

The breakfast costs € 19.99 per person. Children aged 4 to 12 pay half price and children aged 0 to 3 eat for free. Reserving in advance is required, and we ask for a deposit when you book. Full is full, so reserve in good time.

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Start 11/11 with an Oeteldonk breakfast at Hotel Central

In the morning, start with a proper Bossche worstenbroodje

A day of celebrating in Oeteldonk traditionally starts with a worstenbroodje, the local sausage roll. Bakkerij Royal on the Visstraat is a firm favourite and is close to the hotel. If you prefer vegan, KeiLekker is worth a try, although it is a bit further away, behind the station. Arriving by train? Then it makes a great stop on your way to the hotel.

Eetbar de Stadt is another good address for a worstenbroodje. They often announce special offers only shortly beforehand on Instagram, so it is worth a quick look before you head over.

From Eetbar de Stadt it is a short walk to the Parade, where you can join the countdown to 11:11 and watch the opening of the carnival season live.

During the day, the city turns red, white and yellow

After the official countdown, the party spreads across the whole city. On the Markt and in the Uilenburg there are stalls with tasty snacks all day long.

On the Markt, De Opkikker is a popular spot among the real Oeteldonkers. If you are after a younger, trendier sound, Jeronimus is a good alternative. And at Brasserie Cé you can of course always enjoy a calmer start to this action-packed day.

In the evening, off to the pubs

As soon as it gets chillier outside, Oeteldonk moves indoors. In the Uilenburg you will find 't Veulen, an authentic brown café where the real Oeteldonk carnival hits play, and Hello My Friend, with a slightly hipper sound.

On the Markt, a few minutes' walk from your room, you will find Raadskelder, one of the regular favourites during carnival in Den Bosch.

Prefer a quiet moment? Our brasserie is open to you all day

Not every 11/11 has to be one big party from start to finish. Our brasserie is open to everyone all day, also for a freshly tapped beer with a bitterbal (the classic Dutch deep-fried snack) in between, or to lunch or dine in peace while Oeteldonk breaks loose outside.

No carnival party inside, but cheerful carnival music in the background. That way you get the best of both worlds: the party on the Markt, and a quiet spot to catch your breath whenever you need it.

Roll straight into bed after the party

After a day of polonaises and Oeteldonk hits, there is only one thing better than another drink: going straight to your own bed without travelling far. Book your room at Hotel Central and make 11/11 a complete celebration.

The next morning you have nowhere to be. At Hotel Central an extensive breakfast buffet is waiting for you, on weekdays until 10:00 a.m. Exactly what you need after an evening of carnival. Prefer to stay in bed a little longer? A late check-out is easy to arrange.

Make 11/11 a complete celebration: enjoy it in the city, then roll straight into bed.

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Celebrate 11/11 in Oeteldonk at Hotel Central

Should I book a room in advance for 11/11?

Yes, 11/11 is a popular day in Den Bosch. Book in good time, so you are sure of a room right in the middle of Oeteldonk.

Can I have breakfast on 11/11 and the morning after?

Yes, both. On Wednesday 11 November you kick off the celebrations with the 11/11 Breakfast from 9:11 to 10:33 a.m. in De Hoofdwacht, with music from CV De Piccolo. It costs € 19.99 per person. Children aged 4 to 12 pay half price and children aged 0 to 3 eat for free.

You can book this breakfast even if you are not staying overnight with us. Reserve in advance via the booking widget, by phone or by email, and we ask for a deposit. You can call us on (073) 6 926 926 or email reserveren@ce-denbosch.nl.

The morning after, on Thursday 12 November, our breakfast buffet is ready for you until 10:00 a.m. Prefer to sleep in a little longer? A late check-out is easy to arrange.

How far is it from Hotel Central to the Parade and the Uilenburg?

Both are within walking distance from the Markt, usually just a few minutes.

Is your brasserie open on 11/11?

Yes, our brasserie is open all day for everyone. Drop by for a beer with a bitterbal, a quiet lunch or a dinner, with cheerful carnival music in the background.

Can I safely park my bicycle at Hotel Central?

Yes, directly opposite the hotel there is a public and secure bicycle parking facility, including charging points for e-bikes.

Celebrate 11/11 from the heart of Oeteldonk

Wednesday, November 11, 11:11 a.m.: Den Bosch becomes Oeteldonk. Celebrate the opening of the carnival season in the heart of the city, and afterwards roll straight into your own bed at Hotel Central.

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