Venlo: a municipality full of surprises. From the bustling city centre, you immerse yourself in the silence of monastery village Steyl in no time. You dive into the Limburgs Museum for a dose of culture and then - hop - onto the terrace for a dose of conviviality. Stroll through the lovely Festina Lente Streets and then have a Frietei on the side. Enjoyers spread out their cloths along the waterfront, or rent a boat and spend the day floating.
Outside the city of Venlo, you will find villages along the Meuse. These are best discovered by bike. Hop on the bike and foot ferry to Arcen and have a dram at the distillery de IJsvogel, or combine the thermal baths with the famous Kasteeltuinen. In the city and municipality of Venlo, the Maas flows slowly and life is just a little bit softer. Whether you come for art, cosiness or a good flan...
In Venlo, you celebrate life.
At Valuas, slide in for a relaxing moment overlooking the river Meuse. The menu offers surprising flavours for those looking for something a little different from a sandwich or bouncer. In the heart of Venlo city centre, Mocca is a favourite address among locals. Cosy, convivial and with a twist in the kitchen. And then there is Hemingway, a fixture in Venlo. In a beautiful monumental building, you taste not only the food, but also the atmosphere. Young or old, everyone feels right at home here. The menu is versatile and always good.
There is plenty to experience in monastery village Steyl. Stroll through the monastery gardens and past churches, chapels and serene courtyards. The St Michael's Mission House is one of the oldest buildings in Steyl. Make at least 'a mission of a visit to the Mission Museum. Here you will find donations brought back by missionaries from abroad. Also special: the 1,500 stuffed animals, some of which look like they came straight out of Noah's Ark. They used to be used in education as well as information.
Need a break? Join us at Jochumhof for lunch among the greenery. In the botanical garden, you will taste local dishes surrounded by special plants from all over the world.
For a fun night out in Venlo, the atmospheric city centre is the place to be. Visit a theatre performance or concert at De Maaspoort, or enjoy live music at Grenswerk. In addition, stroll through the historic centre with its characteristic narrow streets and a wide range of cosy cafés and restaurants.