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Dierenrijk Europa

Dierenrijk Europa, Nuenen

 catnl Says:  Only 15 min by car from Eindhoven, parking only 3,50. Entrance adults: 15,50 eurochildren: 13,95 (3-11years)When you pay at the entrance they give you a plastic coin which you need to get out of da parking.My friend and i had a great time, the park has 2 rest-areas where you... 

Protestant church

Protestant church, Nuenen

 margaretvn Says:  This church was founded in 1824 and Vincent's father was vicar of the church from August 1882 until March 1885. Vincent sketched and painted it. Vincent was also baptised in the church. 

Van Gogh Statue.

Van Gogh Statue., Nuenen

 margaretvn Says:  in the park in the centre is a lovely statue of the painter and it is a nice place to sit for a while after the walk. The statue was erected in 1984 an initiative of the foundation Nuenen-Van Gogh 100 years. The sculptor was Klaas van Rosmalen and he wanted to show Van Gogh... 

The Van Gogh documentation centre

The Van Gogh documentation centre, Nuenen

 margaretvn Says:  This little centre has a lot of information about the painter and the people in the cetnre are so friendly. Do watch the DVD about the painter and his life in Brabant. It is very interesting. In the centre you can get a leaflet with the description of a walk in it showing... 

Statue of Van Gogh and de Lindeboom

Statue of Van Gogh and de Lindeboom, Nuenen

 Wallace&Murron Says:  This is a wonderfully tranquil and geselig little hamlet outside of Eindhoven. It is home to the oldest tree in Nederland, de Lindeboom, and has a statue in honour of Van Gogh who lived there in the early 1880's. Given my admittedly biased dislike for Eindhoven, I think its... 

Main Park in Nuenen with it's...

Main Park in Nuenen with it's..., Nuenen

 aspierings Says:  Main Park in Nuenen with it's numerous bars and restaurants. The (catholic) church is located near the park as is a social center with a theater for performing arts. 

Hotels  

I only know one hotel in...

I only know one hotel in..., Nuenen

 aspierings Says:  I only know one hotel in Nuenen. It's called 'De Collse Hoeve' and is very very expensive. Bring a lot of €uros! It's on the main road from Nuenen to Geldrop, on the right hand side. You can't miss it.(42 rooms)Prices up to €180 Expensive lodging. Expensive food. Expensive... 

Restaurants  

Collse Hoeve: Collse Hoeve

Collse Hoeve: Collse Hoeve, Nuenen

 catnl Says:  I was at the restaurant on Jan. 28th for a wedding, a Dutch-Ukrainianwedding.i arranged the Ukrainian musican and some special Ukrainian snacks as well.When we arrived the woman who cooked the special snacks was allowed to use some space in their kitchen. wow..they had some... 

Oriental Paradise, Nuenen: Oriental Paradise, Nuenen

Oriental Paradise, Nuenen: Oriental Paradise, Nuenen, Nuenen

 aspierings Says:  Unique Oriental restaurant with special dishes. A very special place. Especcialy for a romantic dinner. Live music is offered in weekends. Not really one favourite menu-item. All food is good here. Not really cheap (but not too expensive either) and not as much as you'd... 

Nightlife  

Best bar in town is Neptunus

Best bar in town is Neptunus, Nuenen

 aspierings Says:  Best bar in town is NeptunusYou can eat, drink, dance all night None 

Shopping  

De Stille Kracht: De Stille Kracht

De Stille Kracht: De Stille Kracht, Nuenen

 catnl Says:  under construction Categorie: Reformwinkels, biologische voeding Adres: Berg 40Postcode: 5671 CCPlaats: NuenenTel: 040-2843472 

De Dierenvriend: petshop

De Dierenvriend: petshop, Nuenen

 catnl Says:  the best Petshop at Nuenen is one of my friends owns.Its located WEVERSTRAAT 19 Tel. +31-40- 283 83 33 anything u need for ur pet u can get, also dogs can be trimmed here.Staff is very friendly and parking is no problem at all 

Local Customs  

Visit theater 'het Klooster'

Visit theater 'het Klooster', Nuenen

 aspierings Says:  Visit 'het Klooster' for some excellent theatre, cabaret and music. Some info can be found at this site (in Dutch).Inside there's a little bar where you can get a drink. Most of the time there's an exhibition with art from local artists on the 'Rabobank Plein' inside het... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

When driving through Nuenen...

When driving through Nuenen..., Nuenen

 aspierings Says:  When driving through Nuenen (Either by bike or car) beware of all the cobblestones in the centre. They can really wreck your car's suspension. CAUTION! SLIPPERY WHEN WET! 

Tourist Traps  

Van Gogh documentation center....

Van Gogh documentation center...., Nuenen

 aspierings Says:  Van Gogh documentation center. Located near the City Hall in Nuenen. Not a single authentic drawing or painting from Van Gogh is displayed here. 

What to Pack  

Packing List

Packing List, Nuenen

 aspierings Says:  Just bring some Euros € (We DO have several ATMs but most of them are generally out of order).Everything else you need can be bought in Nuenen.(Maybe then eventually the City Council can convert their debts into profits) Always bring an umbrella. You never know?!Even when... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Triathlon, Duathlon Nuenen 2005

Triathlon, Duathlon Nuenen 2005, Nuenen

 catnl Says:  annual traithlon is held at Nuenen, in 2005 its a duathlon. 

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 NUENEN, MY HOME TOWN - The only thing Nuenen is (perhaps) famous for is that the painter Vincent van Gogh lived here from 1883 till 1885 and painted several famous pieces of art, including his famous 'Aardappeleters'... 

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a day in Nuenen

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 Vincent van Gogh lived and worked for two years in Nuenen. This was the home of his parents and his father let him live in the little "shed" at the back of the house - you can just see it in the... 

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NUENEN, MY HOME TOWN

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 The only thing Nuenen is (perhaps) famous for is that the painter Vincent van Gogh lived here from 1883 till 1885 and painted several famous pieces of art, including his famous 'Aardappeleters'... 

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Collse Hoeve Jan.2005

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 the grouceries we bought to prepare the Ukrainian small bites 

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