Oisterwijk, one of the most beautiful villages in the Netherlands
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Discover art and culture in Oisterwijk
Whether you love modern art, history or theater, Oisterwijk surprises you with all kinds of cultural gems. On De Lind, the historic center of Oisterwijk, the past comes to life between stately monumental buildings, the centuries-old Lindeboom and the romantic Trouwlaantje. You will also find exclusive galleries and creative studios, where you can discover the work of local and (inter)national artists.
But the art and cultural offer extends further. For example, in Oisterwijk you will also come across the beautiful Nemerlaer Castle and the Natuurtheater Oisterwijk. In the open-air theater you can enjoy performances in a unique setting during the summer months. On the grounds of the former KVL factory are the European Ceramic Work Center (EKWC), an international breeding ground for the art of ceramics, and the characteristic Ketelhuis with De Stoommachine.
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Natuurtheater Oisterwijk
The Nature Theater is the oldest open-air theater in the Netherlands. It is inspired by the monumental amphitheaters of the Romans. You will find it in the middle of the forest. In the summer there are often performances.
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EKWC
At the European Ceramic Work Center, artists, designers and architects from around the world come to experiment with ceramics. Take a peek into the unique world of clay and ceramics.
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Kerkhovense Molen
The Kerkhovense Molen is a beautiful monument where grain is still ground weekly. In the mill store you can buy flour and regional products and vegetables from its own vegetable garden.
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Jewish Cemetery
Deeply hidden in the woods on the outskirts of the Oisterwijk core has been an old Jewish cemetery since 1748. It is one of the oldest and relatively well-preserved in the Netherlands.
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Steam Engine Oisterwijk
The Steam Engine used to be the heart of the industrial activities of the Leerfabriek KVL. As of 2012, the machine is running again. You can visit the engine room and the Steam Machine by appointment.
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Nemerlaer Castle
This medieval gem pops up along the avenue from Oisterwijk to Boxtel. Once it may have been the hunting lodge of the dukes of Brabant. Today it is an atmospheric place in the green full of history and stories.
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Museums in the vicinity of Oisterwijk
Oisterwijk is centrally located in the Heart of Brabant region and close to cities such as Tilburg, Eindhoven and Den Bosch. As a museum lover, you can therefore indulge yourself in the area, with top museums such as the TextielMuseum, Museum De Pont and the family-friendly Natuurmuseum Brabant. These are a short distance away and are a great addition to your visit to Oisterwijk.
