10 tips in North and Central Limburg
Walking and cycling through the nature parks, renting a boat on the Maasplassen, enjoying local specialties or a day of 'shop till you drop'. All you have to do is set up your caravan at one of the many campsites in North and Central Limburg.
Three countries in one day
That makes North and Central Limburg unique and versatile. So versatile that you can easily visit three countries in one day by bike: cycling through nature reserves, along the banks of the Maas, with a picnic in between with a view of the extensive ponds that were once created by gravel extraction. And we haven't even mentioned the nice towns, castles, churches or the possibilities for extensive shopping. It doesn't take much effort to fall in love with North and Central Limburg. And that is why CampersCaravans presents 10 tips for a special holiday in your own country.
Tips in North and Central Limburg
Tip 1 – Cycling among the asparagus
The cycling tour 'Asparagus Route Leudal' is so beautiful that you can also cycle the 38 kilometers outside the asparagus season. The route starts in Kelpen-Oler and offers you beautiful views of the landscape, you can smell the scents of the forests. But if you plan your holiday between mid-April and June 24, this cycle route is a series of asparagus fields and sales points where you can sometimes taste the Queen of Vegetables. And of course there are plenty of lunch stops at restaurants that have asparagus dishes on the menu.
More information: www.hartvanlimburg.nl
Tip 2 – Bird watching in De Groote Peel National Park
One of the most special nature reserves in the Netherlands is De Groote Peel National Park, the smallest national park in the Netherlands. The area is mainly known for the peat extraction that has left its mark in this raised bog area. Open plains alternate with water, heath, birch forests and sand ridges, making this landscape an El Dorado for the more than ninety bird species that choose this area as a breeding ground. From the little grebe to the water rail and from the bluethroat to the stonechat. The best way to visit De Groote Peel is on foot. Many walking routes have been set out, including over the 'stick bridges' and from the lookout tower you have a beautiful view of the landscape.
More information: www.hartvanlimburg.nl
Tip 3 – Archaeological finds in Roermond
The Archeo Route Limburg is a special way to get to know the Limburg city of Roermond. The 2,1 kilometer walk takes you past seven archaeological sites and starts – and ends – at the historic circle in the middle of the Markt in Roermond. All you have to do is download the Archeo Route app on your phone. The app tells you the stories behind archaeological finds that remained hidden underground for centuries. You see how people once lived here and between each location you are informed about all kinds of other fun facts about the city.
More information: www.archeoroutelimburg.nl
Tip 4 – Shop till you drop
The Designer Outlet Roermond should of course not be missing from our overview – it is one of the highlights that put Roermond on the map. More than 8 million people visit the shopping paradise every year. Here you will find around 185 stores of the major brands that offer designer clothing and other products with discounts of up to 70 percent, 363 days a year (closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day).
More information: www.designeroutletroermond.nl
Tip 5 – Horse riding in De Meinweg National Park
A covered wagon ride or horseback riding through De Meinweg National Park? You still talk about it years later! The park is located east of Roermond and has an area of no less than 1.800 hectares: an oasis of peace and green nature with dozens of riding trails. And on the edge of the nature park is the Rijstal Venhof riding school, where you can book guided outdoor rides and covered wagon rides.
More information: www.venhof.nl
Tip 6 – Tasting beer in the city brewery of Weert
The Brouwschuur is the home brewery of the Weerter City Brewery and here you can taste the most special beers: the Doef van d'n Daeke, for example, Weerts dialect for 'Black Crow'. Or you try a Bockie Bè, a bottom-fermented bock beer or – hold on – the Dae Willich, a heavy boy with an alcohol content of 11 percent. But brewmaster Erwin Strijbosch goes further: he guides other brewers in the brewery, develops recipes for others and you can even have your own beer brewed here, according to your own recipe.
More information: www.weerterstadsbrouwerij.nl
Tip 7 – Cycling through the Overloon War Museum
This special cycle route (59 km) connects two remarkable places: the German War Cemetery in Ysselsteyn in Limburg and the War Museum in Overloon in Brabant. This route is special for several reasons: during this tour you cycle through a beautiful rural area that gives you different insights into the tensions of the Second World War through impressive stories and beautiful images. You will ride over the new bicycle bridge (free) straight through the Overloon War Museum. The cycle route has no fixed start or end point. At various stopping points, recognizable by a special bench, you can look at the liberation operations at that location from a different perspective. Here you experience not only what soldiers experienced, but also how civilians emerged from the war. Take your time, sit on the benches, read the war history or experience it yourself through the videos in the Venray Remembers App.
More information: www.venrayremembers.nl
Tip 8 – Sailing across the Maasplassen
Rent a boat or embark on a relaxed boat trip: you can go to the Maasplassen and the Maas. From the Maas towns of Maasbracht, Wessem and Thorn you can take a tour boat onto the Maas and in Roermond you can take a daily boat trip of over an hour from the Roerkade in the summer. The Maasplassen are the mecca for every water recreationist. You can swim, surf, sail, SUP, dive, row or canoe here, and adventurous thrill seekers can opt for faster water sports such as flyboarding, water skiing or wakeboarding. But you can also do nothing, on the beautiful day beaches and on the terraces of the trendy beach clubs.
More information: www.maasplassen.com
Tip 9 – Dragon Village Beesel
The village of Beesel is located right on the German border, known for its dragon drawing: an open-air theater spectacle that is performed once every seven years at Nieuwenbroeck Castle - the oldest known mention dates from 1736. After the performances there is a historical parade with a fire-breathing dragon of 14 meters long. The last edition of the Dragon Stitching was in 2016; so you will have to wait until the summer of 2023 for new performances. But even without a dragon sign, Beesel is worth a visit, if only for the car-free border crossing where you can cycle through the green landscape to Germany.
More information: www.vvvbeesel.nl
Tip 10 – Limburg Open Air Museum Eynderhoof
Limburg Open Air Museum Eynderhoof is located in the green surroundings of the village of Eind, municipality of Nederweert. Here you will find beautiful historic buildings including a sawmill, an old forge and a bakehouse. There is also a barn where workshops are given, such as pottery. The exhibition 'from stone knife to bronze axe' and one about 'washing and ironing' are interesting – you might learn something from it! The museum is managed by 375 volunteers who also demonstrate ancient crafts. This way you can experience for yourself what life was once like in Peel.
More information: www.eynderhoof.nl
Campsites in North and Central Limburg
Camping at the farm or nice and luxurious, at a holiday park with all amenities? In North and Central Limburg you can indulge yourself with a tent, trailer tent, camper or caravan. An overview of campsites can be found at: www.hartvanlimburg.nl/nl/overnachten-limburg
Wide range of campers and caravans
Fall in love with North and Central Limburg in your own camper or caravan? Our website contains a large and current range of new and used ones motorhomes and caravans. Even more interesting camping areas view here.
