Villa de Laak
Villa De Laak, located at Parklaan 99 in the Tongelre district, derives its name from a branch of the river De Dommel that used to flow through the estate. This imposing villa was built in 1907 by order of Anton Philips, co-founder of Philips, and designed by Johan Wilhelm Hanrath. The villa, built in the […]
Van Gogh-Roosegaarde cycle path
The Van Gogh-Roosegaarde cycle path offers a unique experience where design, heritage and the world of Van Gogh come together. This special cycle path, located just outside Van Gogh village Nuenen, is illuminated at night by sparkling stones in the ground, making it a true monument to Van Gogh in Eindhoven. The design is inspired […]
The Flying Pins
In 2000, Eindhoven got a new work of art in the open air: The Flying Pins. This colorful artwork is a perfect stop for those who want to admire art and sights in Eindhoven in the fresh air. The Flying Pins are easily accessible, because they are located opposite Eindhoven Central Station, at the head […]
The Evoluon
The Evoluon was built on the initiative of Frits Philips as a permanent exhibition space, after the company had impressed with the Philips pavilion at the Brussels World Fair in the late 1950s. Architect Louis Kalff sketched three striking designs during a dinner party, where Frits Philips chose the Evoluon. In 1966, the construction of […]
Strijp-S
Once a Philips industrial area in the Strijp district, Strijp-S has grown into a vibrant and creative part of Eindhoven, and is now one of the city’s most important hotspots. From 1916 to 2000, Strijp-S was the heart of Philips’ industrial activities. Due to the expansion of Philips and the growth in the number of […]
Stratumseind
The Stratumseind is a lively street of 225 meters long that starts at the Catharinakerk and ends at the Dommelbrug, where the Stratum district connects to the center of Eindhoven. In the past, in addition to houses, various businesses were located here, such as a hat shop, notary’s office, butcher’s shop, frame maker and a […]
Strabrechtse Heide
Southeast of Eindhoven, near Heeze, stretches the beautiful Strabrechtse Heide, a vast nature reserve of about 1500 hectares where you can wander endlessly. Although at first glance it looks like a vast heath with mainly heather and shrub heather, the area is home to a diverse flora and fauna, including special plants such as carnivorous […]
St. Catherine’s Church
The St. Catharinakerk, a Roman Catholic church located in the city center of Eindhoven, has a rich history dating back to 1867, when the current building was completed. Designed by Pierre Cuypers, he tried to bring to life the vision of Catholic writer Joseph Alberdingk Thijm, in which the two 73-metre towers each took on […]
Philipsdorp
In 1910, the construction of Philipsdorp began in response to the poor living conditions of workers’ housing in the center of Eindhoven. The houses were often small, dark and overcrowded, and the growing labor force caused an enormous housing shortage. Philips therefore bought land on the road from Eindhoven to Strijp in 1909 and a […]
Philips de Jongh walking park
The beautiful park in the Strijp district bears the name of Anna Philips de Jongh, the wife of Anton Philips, co-founder of Philips. In 1920, the couple donated part of this park to the municipality of Eindhoven, on the condition that it would always remain a green oasis for the residents and visitors of the […]
