North Brabant is famous for the unique accent and Burgundian lifestyle of the people, and the exuberantly celebrated carnival. There you’ll find sights like the Efteling and Safaripark Beekse Bergen. Also don’t forget to visit the most hospitable city in the Netherlands, Eindhoven, with the longest street of bars in the country. Nature lovers make sure you visit National Park De Biesbosch.
Eindhoven
Eindhoven, the biggest city in North Brabant, is also known as ‘City of Lights’ because of its lightbulb industry. Enjoy the enormous shopping streets, drink a beer in the longest street of bars in the Netherlands and check out Dutch Design Week - the biggest design event in this country.
Den Bosch
This is the capital of the province and was voted the most hospitable city in the Netherlands in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013. Den Bosch is also one of the oldest cities in the country with its beautiful medieval appearance and tiny canals. Don’t forget to try the local snack that has gained popularity in all of the Netherlands, the Bossche Bol.
Tilburg
The biggest fair in the Benelux is held here every year, with Pink Monday as the busiest day. Other popular attractions include the nearby amusement park, Efteling, and the brewery with the only Trappist beers in the Netherlands. Other than that Tilburg is a city with modern architecture and a particularly well maintained forest (‘Sterrenbos’).
Breda
Popular for its nightlife and scenic harbour, Breda is the cultural heart. You will also find the beautiful buildings - Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk (church) and the Castle of Breda - which are consider two of the top 100 Dutch monuments.
Bergen op Zoom
Bergen op Zoom is also known as ‘Carnaval Town’. But it’s great for those wanting some fresh air too. Don’t forget your hiking shoes, because a visit to the east and its nature is so worth it.