Things to do in Venray

Yes, Venray is great for children who love being outdoors and want to do something whilst out and about. In the Odapark, you can walk together past unique sculptures amongst the trees. That makes a stroll just that bit more exciting. In the town centre, you can play street golf, grab an ice cream or combine a short stroll through the town with a stop at a terrace.

There’s plenty of space outside the city too. At Landgoed Geijsteren, you can walk through avenues and green spaces, whilst the Boschhuizerbergen are ideal for children who love to roam through sand, woodland and tranquillity. Prefer to get out on the water? Canoeing on the Grote Molenbeek is the perfect way to spend an active day in the great outdoors.

For art and greenery, the Odaparkis a lovely spot. You can stroll amongst trees, sculptures and peaceful paths. In the centre of Venray, you’ll find shops, restaurants and cafés, and places where you can easily linger for a while.

For a glimpse of its impressive history, visit the German War Cemetery in Ysselsteyn. There, you’ll immediately sense the tranquillity. The Psychiatry Museum, Geijsteren Estate and the castle ruins also reveal a different side to Venray. Fancy a view? Then climb the watchtower at De Paardekop in Ysselsteyn. That’s how you’ll discover Venray step by step: lively, green and full of stories.

Surrounding the town of Venray are villages, each with its own unique atmosphere. In Ysselsteyn, you’ll find the German War Cemetery and De Paardekop. Geijsteren is lovely for walkers, with its estate, avenues and castle ruins. In Wanssum, you’re close to the River Meuse, with water, a bustling atmosphere and plenty of space.

Oostrum, Leunen, Merselo, Oirlo, Castenray, Heide, Veulen, Vredepeel, Blitterswijck and Smakt also form part of the municipality of Venray. Smakt is known as a place of pilgrimage associated with Saint Joseph. Together, these villages complete the picture of Venray: village-like, green and friendly.