The Lower Rhine is a little-known tourist gem, which, especially in the warmer months, can become a valid alternative to traditional holiday destinations. A strip of land nestled in the heart of Europe, including, in German territory, the North Rhine-Westphalia region, and, in Dutch territory, the northern and central part of Limburg, the Gelderland province, and part of northern Brabant.
An area far from mass tourism circuits but unexpectedly rich in cultural and recreational attractions; with respectable urban centers such as Duisburg and Krefeld in Germany or Nijmegen, Arnhem, and Den Bosch in the Netherlands. The Lower Rhine’s historical, architectural, and natural heritage is also rich and diverse, with archaeological evidence dating back to the Stone Age; monumental treasures ranging from Romanesque to Baroque; natural areas marked by vast forests, crystal-clear lakes, incredible river dunes, natural reserves with trails to explore on foot or horseback.
And then the great rivers, like the Rhine, Maas, and Waal, all navigable and to be necessarily explored by boat to fully appreciate the unique landscapes of the shores and the vibrant life of the ports. In Den Bosch, it is also possible to take a guided boat tour of the historic city center.
