We Lusse Ze Gruun!
Tilburg's traditional end-of-year retrospective blends music, humour and local themes in a festive Schouwburg production.
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- Visit the LocHal right next to the central station; this former locomotive shed is now an award-winning public library and an architectural masterpiece.
- Use the Piushaven area as your base for evening strolls; the transformed harbor is full of lively terraces and waterside activities.
- If you're attending a concert at the famous 013 pop venue, it's best to walk from the train station to avoid parking difficulties.
- Explore the TextielMuseum to understand the city's rich weaving history; the interactive TextielLab shows modern artists working on traditional machines.
🍽 Food
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Schrobbelèr
A local herbal liqueur traditionally served from a small stone jug; try it at a cozy brown café around the Heuvel square.
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Tilburgse verleiding (Tilburg temptation)
A rich local cake; pick up this sweet pastry at one of the historic bakeries in the city center.
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Waterside dining
Enjoy a meal in the converted warehouses or modern pavilions right on the water at Piushaven.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
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Dwaalgebied
The 'wandering area' comprises characterful narrow streets filled with independent shops, vintage boutiques, and concept stores.
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Heuvelstraat
The main shopping street in Tilburg, where you will find all the major brands and department stores within walking distance.
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Spoorpark
A new citizens' park on former railway grounds featuring large grass areas and the Kempenaar watchtower offering great city views.
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Moerenburg Landscape Park
A nature reserve just on the edge of the city, offering peaceful wetlands and historic trails great for walks.
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Highlights of 2026
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Caravan Palace
The Paris electro-swing band plays a major autumn 2026 show at 013 with signature songs, new productions and an expanded live setup.
Good Kid
The Canadian indie-rock band brings its "Can We Hang Out? Tour" to Tilburg, with Last Dinosaurs as support.
I Prevail
The US metalcore band brings its "The Violent Nature Tour UK & EUROPE 2026" to 013 in Tilburg with Polaris, Amira Elfeky and Gore.
Tilburg is the sixth-largest city in the Netherlands, located in the heart of the North Brabant province. Originally growing from a cluster of small hamlets, the city emerged in the 19th century as the premier center for the Dutch wool and textile industry, earning it the nickname 'Wool City.' Today, Tilburg is a modern industrial hub with a significant focus on higher education and research, anchored by the prestigious Tilburg University. The Textile Museum, situated in a former factory, preserves this industrial heritage while serving as a contemporary laboratory for textile design. Another cultural highlight is the De Pont Museum, which showcases a world-class collection of contemporary art within an old spinning mill. The area surrounding the central station, known as the 'Spoorzone,' has recently been revitalized into a creative district featuring modern architecture and gastronomy. Tilburg also serves as a gateway to the nearby Efteling theme park and the Beekse Bergen Safari Park.
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Create a postcard- Location: North Brabant, Netherlands
- Highlights: Museum De Pont · Textielmuseum · Natuurmuseum Brabant
- Nearby: Berkel-Enschot (5 km)
- Population: ~221.947
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 3 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 3 |
| Rain mm | 71 | 62 | 55 | 38 | 59 | 62 | 76 | 80 | 57 | 65 | 69 | 78 |
Geography
Facts
- Tilburg was officially granted city rights in 1809 by King Louis Bonaparte.
- The Textile Museum won the Dutch Museum Practice Award in 2017.
- Tilburg University was originally founded in 1927 as a school of commerce.
- The local football club, Willem II, was established in the city in 1896.
- The 142-meter Westpoint Tower was long the tallest residential building in NL.
- The Tilburgse Kermis is the largest funfair in the Benelux region.
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Frequently asked questions
What industrial past does Tilburg have?
Tilburg was the center of the Dutch textile industry.
What is the TextielMuseum?
A museum in an old factory showing textile art and history.
Is there a large amusement park nearby?
Yes, the famous Efteling theme park is very close by.
What is the Spoorzone?
A former railway area, now a hip neighborhood with cafes.
Is there a university in Tilburg?
Yes, Tilburg University is known for social and economic sciences.
Tilburg: where is it located?
Tilburg is located in North Brabant, Netherlands.
Tilburg: what is there to see?
Highlights include Museum De Pont, Textielmuseum, Natuurmuseum Brabant.
Tilburg: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Tilburg: why is it worth visiting?
Tilburg is the sixth-largest city in the Netherlands, located in the heart of the North Brabant province.
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