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Coffeeshops

Coffeeshops, Brunssum

 elPierro Says:  The law actually mentiones that when someone wants to start-up a coffeeshop a city/town/village cannot reject that unless there is already one or there are other circumstances.Brunssum is one of these places that is able to reject coffeeshops due to other circumstances. No... 

Want to see the world?

Want to see the world?, Brunssum

 Imaniac Says:  Every 4 years there is a major cultural event in Brunssum called "De Parade" Ethnic groups from around the globe come to Brunssum to show us their culture. Over a week there are performances and exhibitions throughout the city. But the major event is the "Parade". It is one... 

Take a hike! No, I mean it.

Take a hike! No, I mean it., Brunssum

 Imaniac Says:  If you're in Brunssum you have to go to the nature parks. It is called "de Brunssummerheide", and has a wide range of meadows, forrests and even a beach. You can take a nice long walk and in the winter you could even go skiing. It is a beautiful scenery for nature admirers. 

Hotels  

Hotel Golf-Residentie Brunssummerheide: Big Room & Great Service

Hotel Golf-Residentie Brunssummerheide: Big Room  & Great Service, Brunssum

 KisJutka Says:  We stayed at this hotel for a week and were very pleased with everything. Our room, suite actually, was spacious with a separate bedroom and large living room with kitchenette. There was a small balcony and our view was of the pond and golf course (see picture).The service... 

Restaurants  

Canadian Corner: Canadian Corner

Canadian Corner: Canadian Corner, Brunssum

 Imaniac Says:  This restaurant is owned by Canadians. So if you're Canadian or American you'll enjoy yourself here. They serve everything from pizzas and hamburgers to steak and spaghetti.The restaurant seats up to 100 persons and has a real cosy feel. It's also very suitable for... 

Icesalon Oberije: Great ice

Icesalon Oberije: Great ice, Brunssum

 Olaf_Janssen Says:   Spagetti ice is delicious 

Nightlife  

Live Cafe Gorissen: Those who want to go for a beer...

Live Cafe Gorissen: Those who want to go for a beer..., Brunssum

 elPierro Says:  Brunssum doesn't have much to offer for nightlife, but this bar is pretty neat. They often have live bands playing here, mainly in the weekend (not in summer, but they do have a terrace open).At day the bar is a place where you can eat something and sit on the terrace (in... 

Koempelclub: If you want to do a nightclub in Brunssum...

Koempelclub: If you want to do a nightclub in Brunssum..., Brunssum

 elPierro Says:  Really, I shouldn't recommend this place to you.. so let me start telling that the main spot for nightlife in Brunssum is called "Heerlen", the nearest city. There is no good night transport by bus though, so you may have to face this place.The Koempelclub (Koempel is... 

Koempelclub: The place to be

Koempelclub: The place to be, Brunssum

 Imaniac Says:  There is really only one club in Brunssum that people go to. Well young people anyway. It is called the Koempelclub. It's open on friday and saturday from 20:00 till 03:00. 

Transportation  

Get into Brunssum by Bus

Get into Brunssum by Bus, Brunssum

 elPierro Says:  Caution: Dutch students have free access to public transport and make good use of it. Especially in the morning between 7-9 (Brunssum to Heerlen/Sittard) and between 14-17hr (Sittard/Heerlen to Brunssum)busses can be packed. But it takes only 20 to 30 minutes to get to... 

By Train

By Train, Brunssum

 elPierro Says:  Of all places in the Netherlands without a train station, Brunssum is one of the biggest.I show you directions to the trainstation you can take, follow my busdirections to get by bus in Brunssum.Comming from Amsterdam/Rotterdam/Eindhoven (basically everything North of... 

Going to Brunssum could be tricky

Going to Brunssum could be tricky, Brunssum

 Imaniac Says:  Since there is no railway station in , traveling to Brunssum can be tricky. You can however go by bus. From Brunssum you can go to the nearby town of Hoensbroek and change busses to either Heerlen, Sittard, Geleen or Maastricht. These places do have a railway station. But... 

Shopping  

Want to shop? Go to Heerlen

Want to shop? Go to Heerlen, Brunssum

 Imaniac Says:  If you want to go shopping, you can do so in Brunssum. But you could also go to the nearby town of Heerlen. In Heerlen there are much more stores and also a couple of shopping centres. 

Local Customs  

Local Dialect

Local Dialect, Brunssum

 elPierro Says:  In the province of Limburg, people speak a dialect, most Dutch people cannot understand much of it and consider it to be some kind of German. Limburger people know better, there's even a bit French influence in there, but basically it's just twisted Dutch with a mix of... 

What to Pack  

Umbrellas a Must! :)

Umbrellas a Must!  :), Brunssum

 KisJutka Says:  Bags for shopping -- grocery stores do not automatically give you a bag. Once you get used to the concept, it becomes second nature and makes a lot of sense in terms of cutting down waste. Rainjacket & comfortable shoes:The downtown areas is for pedestrians only and many of... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Cycling around Brunssum

Cycling around Brunssum, Brunssum

 elPierro Says:  Many people laugh at our hills. The highest is just 322 meters high, Hills in Brunssum go up to 100meter, the lowest point is about 50 meters above sealevel.See if you can still laugh after a cycling trip. The tour leads you north of Brunssum through countryside and past... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Outdoor swimming

Outdoor swimming, Brunssum

 Imaniac Says:  There is an outdoor swimming "paradise" in Brunssum. It is called de Zeekoelen. There are a couple of swimmingpools there. And there is also a big grassy field to sunbathe on. Great fun for both kids and adults. 

Ever seen 27 holes in one place?

Ever seen 27 holes in one place?, Brunssum

 Imaniac Says:  Brunssum has a beautiful golf course that is situated in the middle of the nature parks. People from over the country come here to play golf and admire the scenery. The golf course has 3 courses with 9 holes each. So that is an amazing total of 27 holes. 

Favorites  

Important phone numbers

Important phone numbers, Brunssum

 Imaniac Says:  Here is a short list of phone numbers you might need:General emergencys: 112The police: 09008844Hospital Brunssum: 045 - 527 99 99Taxi: 045 - 5252444This off course isn't a favourite thing at all. Just might be usefull. 

The Place

Plan a Brunssum vacation with reviews, tips and photos posted by real travelers and Brunssum locals

Experience Brunssum
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The People

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  I'm just curious if they "punch" the bus passes when you use them or are they electronic? Is that the same for student passes? 

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A: All Dutch buses usualy use Stripen karte, wich driver stamps on your entrance. The students can buy monthly pass, wich have to be presented with photograf card, so driver... 

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Brunssum, a city of the world

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Brunssum. I'd love to share with you the 9 tips I've written, the 10 photos uploaded, and 1 travelogue I've created. 

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About Brunssum

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 Brunssum is a small town of just 30,000 inhabitants. It's located in the southeast of the Netherlands, in a hilly area. The german border lies to the north and east of Brunssum, making it closed in a... 

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Brunssum Limburg Netherlands

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 Almost every village in Limburg has a fanfare. Brunssum has several, but one is exceptional. See www.fanfareharpedavids.hafabra.nl 

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In the Netherlands

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 We will be moving to Brunssum, Netherlands, the end of July / beginning of August, 2004. Look for pictures and commentary at this location once we get settled. See you then! 

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Folkloristic parade at Brunssum

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 Today I visit the folkloristic parade in Brunssum together with VT member Imaniac. Roy told me during the Amsterdam meeting in March that there would be a big parade in July, I asked him to keep me...... 

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