Things to do in Valkenburg aan de Geul

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Valkenburg Castle showing building ruins, a castle and heritage elements
Valkenburg Castle showing château or palace, building ruins and heritage elements
Valkenburg Castle featuring a statue or sculpture, a castle and heritage elements
Valkenburg Castle featuring château or palace, building ruins and heritage elements
Valkenburg Castle showing a ruin, a castle and heritage elements

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What to do in Valkenburg aan de Geul

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Valkenburg Castle showing building ruins, a castle and heritage elements

Valkenburg Castle

Wander through the ruins of this medieval castle to see the former dungeons, grand hall and kitchens. Explore the network of secret caves with an underground chapel.

Valkenburg Castle

Valkenburg Christmas Market

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You can do some window-shopping at Valkenburg Christmas Market during your trip to Valkenburg aan de Geul. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

Valkenburg Christmas Market

Valkenburg Caves

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Explore the great outdoors at Valkenburg Caves, a lovely green space in Valkenburg aan de Geul. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Valkenburg Caves

Valkenburg Cable Car

You can take time to visit Valkenburg Cable Car during your travels to Valkenburg aan de Geul. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Valkenburg Cable Car

Valkenburg Holland Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Valkenburg Holland Casino during your visit to Valkenburg aan de Geul? Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

Valkenburg Holland Casino

Sauna & Wellness resort Thermae 2000

You can take time to visit Sauna & Wellness resort Thermae 2000 during your travels to Valkenburg aan de Geul. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.

Sauna & Wellness resort Thermae 2000

Fluwelengrot

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Explore the great outdoors at Fluwelengrot, a lovely green space in Valkenburg aan de Geul. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Fluwelengrot

Theodoor Dorrenplein

Explore the great outdoors at Theodoor Dorrenplein, a lovely green space in Valkenburg aan de Geul. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

Theodoor Dorrenplein

Rodelbahn Valkenburg

Enjoy an outing to Rodelbahn Valkenburg during your stay in Valkenburg aan de Geul. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Rodelbahn Valkenburg

Frequently asked questions

Is Valkenburg aan de Geul worth visiting?
Offering a mix of cycling and adventure sports, there are plenty of things to do in Valkenburg aan de Geul. When you're here, visit Mondo Verde, a must-see attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Valkenburg aan de Geul?
Begin your day with a visit to Mondo Verde and Valkenburg Castle. Then, check out other areas of Valkenburg aan de Geul for local restaurants and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Valkenburg aan de Geul?
You can't leave without visiting Mondo Verde, ranked the top tourist attraction in Valkenburg aan de Geul.
Is three days enough to stay in Valkenburg aan de Geul?
You can easily enjoy popular attractions like Valkenburg Castle, Valkenburg Cable Car and Maastricht Underground with a three-day escape to Valkenburg aan de Geul. On average, most travellers plan two days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stick around longer and venture to Maastricht.
Is Valkenburg aan de Geul a walkable city?
Some leading attractions in Valkenburg aan de Geul, including Valkenburg Castle and Valkenburg Cable Car, are within walking distance. You can also explore several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Only 3 kilometres from central Valkenburg aan de Geul is Strucht and Houthem is 5 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Valkenburg aan de Geul with kids?
Planning what to do in Valkenburg aan de Geul with kids has never been so simple. Whether you have teenagers or little ones, there's no shortage of family-friendly attractions to keep them happy here.

What to do in Valkenburg aan de Geul for adults?
Bonbonnière and Sauna & Wellness resort Thermae 2000 are just a few of the things to do in Valkenburg aan de Geul. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Valkenburg aan de Geul?
In Valkenburg aan de Geul, East Castle is an unmissable spot for anyone looking to see the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, wander around the parks and other neighbourhoods, and ask a local tour guide for recommendations. It's an easy way to discover the best free things to do in Valkenburg aan de Geul.