Mövenpick Hotel & Resorts - sHertogenbosch - Destination Guide - Culture & Events

's-Hertogenbosch Down Town

In the historical city centre, you’ll find a huge variety of shops, restaurants and bars.

Distance: 3 km

More details: www.vvvdenbosch.nl

St John's Cathedral

The Dutch Gothic highlight is St John's Cathedral, the most complete and intact example of a Gothic church in the Netherlands. It is possible to take a tour of the cathedral and climb its tower. Subsequently, you can visit the cathedral’s Bouwloods Museum for an account of the history and restoration of the building. Characteristic of the cathedral are the unique floating arch figures or ”hemelbestormers” (the heavenly assailers).

Boat trips

The Binnendieze is a small canal system that flows underneath the city centre. Many visitors find themselves pleasantly surprised by this attractive waterway with its unique stillness and beautiful bridge archways. There are 5 different historical/cultural routes, including 3 boat trips and 2 walking tours/boat trips.

Distance: 2 km

More details: www.kringvrienden.nl

Jheronimus Bosch Art Center

This former church now contains a unique centre completely dedicated to the most famous son of 's-Hertogenbosch. Acquaint yourself with the complete works of the artist. The works have been brought together in a unique collection of replicas of actual size. From an altitude of 40 metres (about 131 feet, accessible by elevator), enjoy a spectacular view of the city of 's-Hertogenbosch. The center also offers a medieval studio.

Distance: 2 km

More details: www.jheronimusbosch-artcenter.nl

Noordbrabants Museum

The Noordbrabants Museum is located in an 18th-century governmental palace in the historical city centre and displays the art, culture and history of Northern Brabant. A wide-ranging programme of changing exhibitions can be found in the exhibition wing. Modern art is mainly on show in the spacious sculpture garden with its ancient trees. In summer, the café located on one of the city's largest courtyards is open, where you can peacefully enjoy your coffee with an original “Bossche Bol” (a traditional cake of the region).

Distance: 2 km

More details: www.noordbrabantsmuseum.nl

2018 Brabant Cultural Capital of Europe

In 2018, the Netherlands will provide the Cultural Capital of Europe. That means that the city chosen will, throughout the year, offer a cultural programme that will attract visitors from all over Europe. Breda, Eindhoven, Helmond, 's-Hertogenbosch, Tilburg and the Surroundings (the province) are "together" a candidate as 2018Brabant. Gaining the title will prove an enormous stimulus for the region.

Distance: 3 km

More details: www.2018brabant.eu

Most hospitable city 2011

's-Hertogenbosch has been named the most hospitable city in the Netherlands for the second year in a row, showing utmost care towards its citizens and guests.

This is the outcome of an extensive consumer research, among visitors to the 21 largest cities of our country, which was running this summer for the third time.

Mayor Rombouts stated: "I am proud that our beautiful city has been named the most hospitable city again by its visitors. It shows that the vote is truthful. Hospitality is in the DNA of the city and the Bosschenaren. That is why this title is a recognition for anyone who works or lives here and has contributed his or here part".

's-Hertogenbosch scores particularly in the area of catering and leisure above average. Also, the streets and squares in the Bossche town are well appreciated by visitors. The naming is a real audience award. Being hospitable is an important key for a successful and healthy leisure economy.

More details: www.meestgastvrijestad.nl