The Mountains
Discover the charm of De Bergen, a historic district in Eindhoven known for its atmospheric streets and unique shops. The name ‘De Bergen’ includes the streets Kleine Berg, Grote Berg, Bergstraat and the surrounding alleys. Although there are no real mountains, this part of the city is built on barely visible hills, which gives it […]
Collse Watermill
The exact date of construction of this mill remains unclear, but archaeological finds date pottery shards around 1200-1250, indicating that the mill must have been standing at that time. In 1680 the mill was completely destroyed by fire, but within a year it was operational again. From 1950 onwards, the mill underwent a transformation into […]
The Karpendonk lake
The Karpendonkse Plas, located in the charming Tongelre district of Eindhoven, is a beautiful water feature next to the well-known open-air swimming pool De IJzeren Man. This lake was created by sand extraction for the high railway, creating a connection to travel more easily from north to south Eindhoven. The released water soon transformed into […]
The large chair Oirschot
A remarkable symbol of the city, the large chair of Oirschot originated from the flourishing furniture industry that flourished in the mid-nineteenth century, thanks to the industrial revolution. During this period, machines took over a lot of manual work, allowing artisans from the countryside to reorient their skills towards furniture making. One of these furniture […]
The Genneper Watermill
The Genneper Watermill, located in the Gestel district along the river Dommel in the Genneper Parks, is a historical and operational monument. Still active, the mill is open to visitors on Wednesdays and Sundays from 12:00 to 16:00, and on Saturdays from 13:00 to 16:00. During these hours, a volunteer miller is ready to explain […]
The Kruisstraat
The Kruisstraat is known as the most multicultural street in Eindhoven, where a wealth of international cuisines can be discovered. Located near Eindhoven’s train and bus station, the street is easy to reach, just a 10-minute walk away. From the Piazza, where the Bijenkorf is located, the Kruisstraat is also easily accessible on foot via […]
The Market
The Markt in Eindhoven is not only a historic square, but also the beating heart of the city. With a history dating back to the year 1232, when Eindhoven received city rights, the Markt has played an important role in the development of the city. Traditionally, the square served as a center of commerce and […]
Coffee house
This building, which now houses Het Koffiehuisje, served as a shop for the Cooperative Consumption Association, where Philips staff could do their shopping at affordable prices. Anton Philips founded this cooperative in 1918 with a network of grocery and drugstore stores, butchers, a bread factory and petrol pumps. Anton was annoyed by the reaction of […]
Domus Dela
The original neo-Gothic church you see here was built in the 19th century by the Augustinian Fathers of the adjacent Mariënhage monastery. Construction began in 1895 and was completed in 1897. Because of the swampy ground, the church was built on 1400 piles. The church has a tower of 66 meters high, crowned with a […]
Bicycle bridge Tegenbosch
Bicycle bridge Tegenbosch is an example of innovative infrastructure that strengthens Eindhoven’s reputation as a bicycle-friendly city. This bridge over the highway to the Brainport region near Eindhoven Airport offers a unique experience for cyclists. With a length of 130 metres, the bridge spans no less than 14 lanes and is 7 metres above the […]
