Cheap Flights to Nijmegen

Nijmegen draws tourists because of its 200 years of history. Nowadays visitors can enjoy sites of historic interest and a vibrant university, which attracts many students to this city. Nijmegan is also the best introduction to the ethnically distinct region of Gelderland, located on the German border. Travelers from all over the world will be impressed from what Nijmegen has to offer.

How to Get There

When you book cheap flights to Nijmegen, you will be impressed of how easy is to reach this city. Nijmegen is very convenient to travelers because it is actually pretty close to 2 airports. Eindhoven Airport is attached by public bus (bus 41) to Eindhoven Station and Weeze Airport, located over the German border. Another way to reach Nijmegen is by train. There are two trains that will take you from Amsterdam Station direct to Nijmegen. The trip last around an hour and a half. For more information, check out the Dutch Railways for the specific time and prices. You can also simply choose to come over by a car. When you arrive from Amsterdam, go on the A2 southbound and then on the A15 in order to reach Nijmegen.

What to Do in Nijmegen

There are so many places to explore when you travel to Nijmegen,. The Valkhof Park is a beautiful place and it’s actually the oldest park in the Netherlands. Next to it you will notice the two remains from the Valkhof Castle (the ruins of St. Martin’s and the St. Nicolas chapel). It is also known as the “Barbarossa ruins” and was renovated by the Emperor Barbarossa himself in the 12th century. Art lovers should visit the Museum het Valkhof, where they will find the finest Dutch art. The museum offers an admirable collection, including art from modern painters such as Jan Toorop and art going back from the Roman period.

The Road Workers Tower (De Stratem Akerstoren) is one of the sights that should be on your list as soon as you book flights to Nijmegen. Travelers can now travel the amazing trails and explore the tower in depth. To celebrate African history, visit the Afrika Museum. The museum is focused on the Sub-Saharian Art. The Amazing “Buitenmuseum”, an outdoor museum, has replicates at full scale of architectures of Benin, Ghana, Cameroon, Mail and Lesotho.

One Dutch symbol of transportation is the bicycle. Inside the Velorama National Bicycle museum, you will explore the history of this iron horse and of course a great collection of antique bicycle.

Place to Eat in Nijmegen

The University attracts a lot of students in the city of Nijmegen. This is the reason why the restaurant scene is affordable, diverse and up to standard. As travelers, you will probably find the right restaurant for you and your family. Café de Plak features affordable menus because of the student community that lives in the city. The restaurant also donates some of their profits towards social and environmental causes. De Dromaai has the best prices on meals. The “Dromaaimenu” dish comes in regular and big size and offers the clients 2 salads and a side dish for a very low price. Make sure to check that place out when visiting.

Festivals and Events in Nijmege

If you like to walk and explore, then you will fall in love with the Nijmeegse Vierdaagse in July, when around 45,000 people walk the entire day for about 30-50km. The Summer Parties (Zomerfeesten) provide walkers live music that will cheer them on. Kermis Nijmegen, founded in 1272, is the oldest fair in the Netherlands. It re-appears every year with thrill rides, traditional kraampjes and sidestall and is a fun attraction for the whole family. If you want to see all these places and much more, it is time to begin searching for flights to Ninjmegen. Don’t forget that Flighthub offers the cheapest flights to Nijmegen, so be sure you start searching for you tickets today to get the best rates.