The city and activities


Nijmegen, the oldest city in the Netherlands, has a very extensive cultural and tourist offer. The ideal base for a city trip in your own country. Hotel Courage is located on the Waalkade, a stone's throw from the lively city center with the Grote Markt, Kronenburger Park and the Hezelstraatjes. There is plenty of shops and restaurants. Nijmegen is a true student city, which ensures that there is 'life on the square' every day of the week. On Thursdays there are shopping evenings until 9:00 PM and every Sunday the city center is open from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. On Mondays and Saturdays there is the traditional (fresh) market.

 

Our recommendations:

  • the Grote Markt with the statue 'Mariken van Nieumeghen'. The old weighing building has a restaurant with a large terrace with a beautiful view over the entire market square.

  • the Grote or St. Stevenskerk including the Tower. Guided tours by appointment only via: www.gildenijmegen.nl/en

  • Hezel streets. From the Grote Markt you can descend the Hezelstraatjes where time has stood still. Centuries-old buildings with more than 200 specialty shops. At the bottom of the Hezelstraatjes you will arrive at 'Kronenburger Park', made famous by Frank Boeijen. In this park you can still admire remains of the city wall from the 15th century.

  • Valkhof park & museum. This is where the city's foundation lies. A number of ruins can still be visited, as can the Saint Nicholas Chapel (built in 1030). The Chapel is open daily from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM except on Mondays. Several city walks also start from here on request. Inquire via info@valkhof.nl. The adjacent museum houses one of the largest archaeological finds from (particularly) Roman times. Also changing collections and exhibitions. Open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.

  • MuZIEum. This experiential museum is about seeing and not seeing.

  • The Velorama National Cycling Museum. Here you will find the entire history of our national means of transport, as well as bicycles from the Tour de France and from our royal family!

  • Museum De Bastei. This cultural and natural history museum is located right behind the hotel and is well worth a visit.

  • City Brewery De Hemel. The beautiful Nijmegen brewery brews various beers and the tour and tasting should certainly not be missed during your visit to Nijmegen.

  • Brothers of Lymborch house. Here you will learn all about the medieval brothers who made beautiful books of hours for the nobility and royal families

In the immediate vicinity you will find various sights, museums, city parks, shops and restaurants to complete your visit to the “Imperial City”.


A city walk through the ancient city centre, shopping, going out, taking a chance in the adjacent Holland Casino; everything is possible to experience a successful city trip or holiday.


End your day with a delicious dinner or a drink on one of the many terraces in the oldest city in the Netherlands.



Our staff are experts in the city and will be happy to help you make your stay unforgettable.

Hotel Courage is also an ideal base if you want to enjoy nature; hiking and cycling routes start practically on the doorstep.



Get out in the untouched “Ooijpolder” and enjoy the floodplains and views during a day trip by bike. You don’t necessarily have to bring your own bike, because we provide a bike rental for classic bikes, e-bikes and e-scooters with our partners.


By the way, hotel guests can buy entrance tickets for the national bicycle museum 'Velorama', which is located next to the hotel, with a 50% discount.