What is there to experience in the area?

Fancy a day out? As a EuroParcs guest, it is possible to order tickets for various museums, amusement parks or zoos at a discount.

Dive underground and explore the many marl caves of Valkenburg. They are connected to each other by means of a kilometre-long corridor system. The corridor system of Valkenburg alone is 250 km long. If you add up all the cave systems in Limburg, the total length is 750 km. Famous caves are the Gemeentegrot with a nuclear shelter and the Fluweelengrotte. Under the guidance of a guide you can make a tour through the caves.

Cozy terraces, chic restaurants, art, caves and ancient city walls. Maastricht is a mix of past and present, various cultures and (Burgundian) flavours. That makes Maastricht a popular place for a shopping day or to discover local culture. Dive into the daves of Fort St. Pieter, the ENCI Quarry or the Kazematten. You can admire all the artworks in Limburg's art museum.

There are different cycling and/or walking routes to discover in the area of EuroParcs Gulperberg. Be inspired, choose the best one and go out into nature together!

Sea creatures in southern Limburg? They can be seen at the Natural History Museum in Maastricht. Visitors take a journey through time and see, among other things, tropical swamps, fossils and the fox's den.

Climb the highest point in the Netherlands and see three countries lying at your feet. You can do this at the Vaalserberg, which, with a height of 322.40 meters above sea level, is the highest point in the Netherlands. Nearby you will find the Three Country Point where you can look out over the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany from the Wilhelmina Tower. Nearby you can also get lost in the labyrinth

Take a nostalgic trip on the steam or diesel train that winds its way through the South Limburg hills. You can choose from two routes along the Million Line' of the South Limburg Steam Train Company: between Kerkrade and Schin op Geul or between Simpelveld and Vetschau in Germany.

The hilly landscape of South Limburg around Gulpen and Schin-op-Geul is a paradise for cyclists. Conquer the Dutch 'cols' like the vicious Keutenberg and Cauberg. Or climb calves like the Kruisberg and Gulperberg. For less experienced cyclists there are many nice routes over moors and through valleys. Many climbs in this area are part of the course of the Amstel Gold Race which is held here every year in April. Since 2005 Valkenburg is the starting point of this cycling classic and since 2017 the finish is in Berg en Terblijt.

Stroll through the more than 40 rooms of Hoensbroek Castle and imagine for a moment that you are a knight or a princess. Hoensbroek Castle is one of the largest and most beautiful castles in the Netherlands. The enormous castle dates from about 1360 and nowadays serves as a museum. For the little ones, there is a greenhouse play tour and in the summer months birds of prey shows are organized and there is a chance that you will run into a real knight.

Everything in this area revolved around coal mining in the early twentieth century. Bring the mining past to the surface in the Dutch Mining Museum Heerlen. The location alone is fantastic: it is located in shaft building II of the Oranje-Nassau I mine. In Brunssum you will find monuments of the State Mine Emma and State Mine Hendrik. Here you will also find the deepest mine shaft in the Netherlands with a depth of 1058 meters.

You should definitely not miss the Mergelland route. This car route takes you right through the beautiful South Limburg hilly landscape with unique views and it lead you through typical Limburg towns and villages.

GaiaZoo has been voted the 'Best Day Out of the Netherlands' several times. This is because it is a unique zoo in the South Limburg hills. Here you can see animals from all over the world. You'll stand eye to eye with red pandas, zebras and giraffes, or you'll spot wolverines and gorillas. In the limburgHUIS you will discover endangered species from our own soil.

Rush down the slopes on your skis or snowboard in the largest indoor ski resort in the world. At SnowWorld in Landgraaf you experience the ultimate winter sports feeling in your own country. Whether you are old, young, beginner or advanced, everyone is welcome!

Hidden away in the rolling South Limburg hills you will find the ancient marl town of Valkenburg. When you enter Valkenburg, you really feel as if you are going back in time. Discover the castle ruins, the Velvet Cave, the Roman Catacombs and the many marl caves that run around Valkenburg. In the historical center you can find many special boutiques and cozy terraces where you can wander around.

At the Discovery Museum you will discover all about the influence of science and technology on your daily life. In the expedition you will discover bizarre facts, look through your own skin and learn about the future. In the Earth Theater you step into the footsteps of an astronaut while in the Innovation Gallery you discover everything about new designs. Fun for young and old!

Photo credit: Discovery Museum

Enter the Pietersheim estate and travel back in time to the 12th century. Admire the Moated Castle, which has been restored to its former state thanks to years of restoration. After climbing the tower you will be rewarded with a breathtaking view over the park and the inner courtyard of the castle. The kids will also enjoy themselves at the petting zoo with playground.

Photo: © Visit Limburg / K. Wintmolders

Aachen is known for its vibrant city life. The pleasant shopping streets invite you to stroll and endless shopping. Historic squares, imposing buildings and beautiful fountains cross your path again and again. Walk through the historic city center, visit Aachen Cathedral and look in the footsteps of Charles the Great. Around Christmas you will find the world famous Aachen Christmas market here. If you plan to travel to the city by car, a green environmental sticker is required.

The four kilometer long barefoot path relaxes, challenges and lets you discover nature. Take off your shoes and socks and get to know nature in a challenging and exciting way. Afterwards you can relax on the nature terrace and in the atmospheric family restaurant De BloteVoetenHut.

The American Cemetery in Margraten is impressive to visit. 8,301 soldiers are buried here and another 1,722 names are mentioned on the Walls of the Missing. The 30-meter high tower is visible for miles around. The Liberation Route Europe is the international memorial route connecting important milestones of modern European history.

The Limburg 200 routes have two types of mountain bike and gravel routes. The MTB route is 209 km long and a combination of existing MTB routes. You pass beautiful places such as Valkenburg, Brunssum, Heerlen, Margraten and the rest of the Limburg Hill Country. The gravel route is a newly constructed route of 203 km and its start and finish are both at the Shimano Experience Centre in Valkenburg. Curious about the routes and want more information? Then click on the button below.