Sights and landmarks in 's-Hertogenbosch

Sights and landmarks in 's-Hertogenbosch

1. See

   Citadel

   This fortress was added to the city later and is not directly included in the fortifications but sort of pasted on. It held the garrison to protect the city or, if necessary, to counter an uprising in the city. It is now part of the national archive.

2. See

   City Museum 's-Hertogenbosch

   Stedelijk Museum 's-Hertogenbosch (SMS)

   A museum for modern art. Together they form one of the biggest museums of the Netherlands. The ground floor can be visited freely, and it's up to you to decide to see more.

3. See

   Jhyeronimus Bosch Art Center

   It displays all the works of the famous painter. All in live sized copies. Combined with 3D models of his monsters and objects. Because the paintings are copies, you can get very close to them and the guide will open or close the panels to get the full picture. Visitors, young and old, can enjoy this permanent exhibition.

4. See

   Kruithuis

   powder arsenal

   It is a hexagonal building and one of the last of its kind. It is used as a museum for art.

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   Saint John's Cathedral

   Sint Jans Kathedraal

   One of the most prominent landmarks of Den Bosch. Building started in 1380, in Gothic style. The exterior of the building had been deteriorating fast due to acid rain and restoration works started in 1960. It has taken many years to restore the full church, but the works are completed and the church can be seen in all its glory. The restoration also included the interior. Of course some minor maintenance takes place constantly.

6. See

   The Moriaan

   The oldest brick building in The Netherlands, built in the 13th century. It houses the Tourist Center (VVV), and in the basement, the rock cafe Plein79.

7. See

   The North Brabant Museum

   NoordBrabants Museum

   It houses a collection of art and historical artifacts, from pre-Roman times to the 20th century. Special exhibitions are a must to see, the 'Hyeronimus Bosch Exhibition' with his original work from museums all over the world.

8. See

   Town Hall

   Stadhuis

   The facade was built in the 17th century and reflects Dutch classicism. The cellars are from about 1200, with a restaurant for coffee, tea, lunch, etc.

9. See

   De Maashorst Nature Centre

   Natuurcentrum De Maashorst

   Visitors Centre: Erenakkerstraat 5, 5388 SZ Nistelrode

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to 's-Hertogenbosch (CC BY-SA 4.0).