Breda Adventure on a Budget: A 5-Day Guide

Experience the charm of Breda without breaking the bank!

21 June 2023

Breda is an ideal location for travellers on a limited budget due to its affordable accommodation and varied free attractions, such as the Grote Kerk and Begijnhof. The city is also known for its lively atmosphere with many bars and restaurants offering reasonably priced food and drink options. Visitors can save further by taking advantage of the efficient public transport system.

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Day 1

Exploring the City

After checking into Hotel Sutor, grab lunch at the lively Stadhuisplein.
Head to the Grote Kerk for stunning Gothic architecture.
Discover the history of the city at the Stedelijk Museum Breda.
Take a stroll through the Valkenberg Park and admire the rose garden and castle ruins.
End the day at Café Noir with a Dutch beer.

Day 2

Biking through the Countryside

Rent bikes from De Vrije Vogel and cycle to the Mastbos forest.
Picnic among the trees or opt for lunch at the nearby Mastbosch Hotel.
Stop at the Beer Brewery Frontaal for a tour and tasting.
Bike to the idyllic Ginnekenmarkt with charming boutiques and cafes.
End the day with a sunset cruise through the canals with De Nieuwe Mark.

Day 3

Brabant Culture

Visit the Begijnhof, an enchanting courtyard of 16th century dwellings.
Head to the Breda's Museum to learn about Brabant culture.
Take a cooking workshop at Strudel and Waffle for hands-on experience.
Try the traditional Dutch dish, stamppot, at De Boterhal.
End the day with a show at the Chassé Theatre.

Day 4

Day Trip to Nearby Towns

Take the train to the mini-city of Oisterwijk for hiking in the nearby nature reserve.
Sample the famous Bossche Bol, a cream-filled pastry, in the canal-filled city of Den Bosch.
Explore the picturesque streets and alleys of Gorinchem.
Take a ferry to the fortified town of Willemstad and admire the 17th century architecture.
Return to Breda for Indonesian cuisine at Kopi Susu.

Day 5

Festive Farewell

Browse the weekend markets for artisanal products at Vismarkt and Grote Markt.
Stroll through the Boeimeerpark and enjoy the colorful fall foliage.
Visit the Breda Castle for a glimpse into the city's noble past.
End the trip with a cheerful pub crawl through the vibrant bars of Havermarkt.
Leave Breda with happy memories and new friends.

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How to get there

Plane

The best way to get to Breda by plane is to fly into Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and then take a direct train (Intercity Direct) to Breda station. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Car

The best way to get to Breda by car is to take the A16 from Rotterdam or the A27 from Utrecht. Breda has many parking garages available in the city center.

Train

Breda has its own train station so the best way to get there by train is to travel to Breda station which is well connected to other major cities within the Netherlands. From Amsterdam, the journey takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Boat

Breda is not accessible by boat as it is located inland and there are no major waterways leading to the city.

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