Free Tour of Nijmegen: The Oldest City in the Netherlands

Discover Nijmegen, the oldest city in the Netherlands, with nearly 2,000 years of history hidden within its streets. We’ll start at Valkhof Park, where we’ll talk about the history of Nijmegen Castle. We’ll stroll through spots steeped in centuries of history, from Roman times to the Dutch era, and discover the famous Waalbrug bridge along the Waal River, the site of the heroic Operation Market Garden.

From there, we’ll walk to Grote Markt, where we’ll discuss the mysteries of the medieval legend of Mariken van Nieumeghen. We’ll also pass by Sint Stevenskerk, where you’ll see the traces of its reconstruction with your own eyes. I’ll also reveal the city’s hidden secrets that most visitors overlook.

A perfect tour for those who want to understand the soul of this millennia-old city, beyond what meets the eye.