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Discover Venlo (Netherlands)


Venlo is a small city in the Limburg province along the banks of river Maas. The upcoming tourist destination lies at the border of the Netherlands and Germany. The city has a lot to offer, from culture to beautiful landscape and exciting history. Venlo is also a transport hub connecting the Netherlands to Germany. Due to its flourishing agricultural industry, Venlo has a vibrant green port. Apart from visiting Venlo for business, here is why you should stop by the city: The Limburg Museum Venlo is rich in history dating back to the days of the Romans. Therefore, if you want to understand the culture of the people, the Limburg Museum will give you a glimpse of history. The museum has a collection of artefacts and multiple items that symbolise the way of life and history of the people. The National Park of Maasduinen If you want to explore the wild, you need to find a car rental in Venlo and drive twenty minutes to the north of the city. The National Park of Maasduinen stretches over an area of 45km squared. Although it was opened recently, it is a charming space with beautiful scenery of sandy plateaus, sandy ridges, and forests. When visiting the park, do not forget to stop by Reindesmeer Lake. Stadhuis Stadhuis is a prominent building at the heart of Venlo city. Its magnificent architecture and history make it worth a visit. The building was constructed in 1597, and it has two domineering towers. With the ornamentation used to decorate it, the town hall glows with an array of colours at night. St Martinuskerk The St Martinus church is popular among tourists due to its history. While the church was built originally in the 1400s, it had to be rebuilt in the 1800s and the 1950s following the Second World War. The first building was made from timber, but it was reconstructed due to destruction by earthquakes. The St Martinus church is near Stadhuis and has a tower that is visible from the surrounding buildings. Its interior is beautiful with stained glass windows and ornate. Hertog Jan Brewery If you are a beer lover, you cannot leave Venlo before touring the Hertog brewery in Limburg. While there are guided tours to take you to the brewery in Arcen, you can also look for a car rental in Venlo and visit the brewery. It is located towards the north of Venlo and will only be a quick trip.