Museum Het Valkhof Nijmegen
Museum Het Valkhof Nijmegen
Museum Het Valkhof Nijmegen
Dive into the history of Nijmegen.
Are you looking for an engaging museum visit in Nijmegen? Museum Het Valkhof is the place where history and art come together. This special museum offers a unique mix of Roman Netherlands, modern art, and old masterpieces. Admire a colorful collection of Pop Art and contemporary Expressionism, discover centuries-old paintings and prints, and delve into the fascinating history of the Valkhof Castle of Charlemagne.
Dive into the history of Nijmegen.
Nijmegen was once the largest Roman city in the Netherlands. At the Valkhof Museum, you can learn all about life at that time and the Roman army. The extensive collection of archaeological finds introduces you to the daily life back then. Discover how the Roman soldiers built their forts, how trade routes connected the city to the rest of the empire, and what influence the Romans had on the culture and infrastructure of the region.
The collection includes archaeological finds such as jewelry, weapons, coins, and everyday objects that bring daily life to life. In addition, you will learn how the Romans built their temples, bathhouses, and houses and what influence they had on the city that Nijmegen is today.
Impressive collections
The museum houses an extensive and varied collection consisting of three main parts:
Archaeology: This section displays a rich collection of archaeological finds from the prehistoric, Roman, and medieval times of Nijmegen and its surroundings.
Old art: Here you will find paintings, prints, drawings, sculptures, and silverware.
Modern art: This section presents works of Pop Art and contemporary expressionism from 1960, featuring pieces by both national and international artists.
Opening hours and practical information
The current location of the Valkhof Museum is temporarily closed. We have a temporary location established at Keizer Karelplein 33 in Nijmegen. Museum Het Valkhof is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 17:00. On holidays such as Good Friday, Easter, and May 5th, the museum is also accessible. Please note: the museum is closed on Mondays (except during the Christmas holidays), New Year's Day, King's Day, and the Friday of the Four Days Marches.
Accessibility from Hotel Nijmegen-Lent
Museum Het Valkhof is located in a central location in Nijmegen and is easily accessible:
Public transport | +/- 7 minutes |
By car | +/- 6 minutes |
By bike | +/- 8 minutes |
Walking | +/- 29 minutes |
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