Woensel West
Woensel West, located in the west of Eindhoven, has undergone a remarkable transformation from a former Philips working-class neighborhood to a modern, vibrant and colorful community. In the past, Woensel West was known for its problems, including prostitution and crime. After the departure of Philips from Strijp-S , many residents became unemployed, which led to […]
Radio monument
In the 1920s, Philips entered the radio market with full conviction, after a hesitant start. On March 12, 1927, researchers succeeded in establishing the very first radio contact with the Dutch overseas territories via a shortwave transmitter, with the legendary words: “Hello Dutch East Indies! Here PCJJ, the shortwave transmitter of the Philips laboratories, Eindhoven, […]
Cube Houses Helmond
Helmond is home to 18 remarkable cube houses, designed by the renowned architect Piet Blom. Although less well-known than their counterparts in Rotterdam, these unique homes originally formed an ensemble with the theatre ‘Het Speelhuis’. Unfortunately, this theater was destroyed by a devastating fire in 2011, but was later rebuilt in a former church a […]
St. Peter’s Basilica
Located in charming Oirschot, St. Peter’s Basilica is a monument of religious history and architectural splendor. As the second oldest church in the village, this majestic basilica stands next to the older St. Mary’s Church, whose foundation dates back to the 8th century. Built in 1268 to replace the too small St. Mary’s Church, St. […]
Playground de Splinter
Speelpark de Splinter offers a vast open-air paradise for children, where they are given all the space they need to play and discover in a beautiful green environment that is no less than seven football fields in size! The mission of this park is clear: to let children learn and discover in a playful way. […]
City walking park
Looking for an oasis of peace in the middle of the bustling city? The Stadswandelpark in Eindhoven offers exactly that and more. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the city, this park offers a unique and peaceful environment, where greenery and water features come together in an idyllic landscape. In addition to its lush greenery […]
Strijp-T
Welcome to Strijp-T, the bustling center of innovation and progress, the beating heart of Brainport Eindhoven. Here it seems as if the urge for innovation and progress is embedded in the ‘DNA’ of the business park. With a rich history in which Philips took pioneering steps and from which international companies such as ASML and […]
3D Milestone
Welcome to the 3D Milestone in Bosrijk, located in the bustling Meerhoven district! Here is a house that turns the construction world upside down. This special example was not built according to traditional methods, but is the very first 3D printed house in the world. A major first! Made of cement, built up layer by […]
Gulbergen Estate
Discover the enchanting Gulbergen Estate, also known as The Roof of Brabant! Located in picturesque Nuenen, this unique piece of nature rises from a former waste dump. Since 2003, this place has been transformed into a breathtaking landscape, adorned with quirky hills that invite adventure. Climb up to the highest point, rising majestically 62.3 meters […]
Eindhoven University of Technology
The slogan of Eindhoven University of Technology is “Mens agitat molem”, which means “the mind moves the masses”. Since the end of the Second World War, there had already been a plan to build a second technical university in the Netherlands. Eindhoven presented itself as the ideal location due to its industrial past, although other […]
