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Municipality of Heusden

  • From nature to culture

  • From nature to culture

  • From nature to culture

  • From nature to culture

between dikes and dunes

The municipality of Heusden consists of as many as 11 nuclei, of which Drunen, fortified town of Heusden and Vlijmen are the largest. The Bergsche Maas, with the picturesque fortified town of Heusden as its anchor, borders municipality Heusden on the north side. So water, dikes and clay soil, while about 10 kilometers south is one of the largest areas of drifting sand in Western Europe: De Loonse en Drunense Duinen. The ancient hamlet of Giersbergen is one of the gateways to this unique National Park.

The history of the region is inextricably linked to the Meuse, and the many ponds (wheels) along the dikes and the Baardwijkse Overlaat (Baardwijk spillway) are reminders of the age-old struggle against the water. The Bergsche Maas and the Drongelens Kanaal were dug to limit flooding. Today they also provide plenty of entertainment for anglers and pleasure boaters. Heusden Vesting has two large marinas and a small attractive inner harbor.

For tourist information, you are welcome in TIP Heusden. Our staff will be happy to help you!

So rich is Heusden

Must sees and must do's in Heusden

Highlights of Heusden - discover surprising gems

  • Heusden Fortress

    Heusden Fortress

    With its picturesque streets, centuries-old buildings, many studios and galleries, unusual stores, well-equipped harbors and top restaurants, fortified Heusden is a great destination for lovers of art, culture, history, water sports and good food and drink.

    Visit Heusden Fortress

  • De Loonse en Drunense Duinen

    De Loonse en Drunense Duinen

    National Park De Loonse en Drunense Duinen is also called the Brabant Sahara. The area is over 7,000 soccer fields in size. You will find huge sandy plains, water bodies, purple moors, forests and the unique Plantloon estate.

    Visit De Loonse en Drunense Duinen

  • Routes

    Routes

    Kilometers of bicycle and walking network, the varied landscape and the nice descent possibilities make that recreationists love to visit De Langstraat. There are also extensive facilities for horse riders and mountain bikers.

    Explore route options

The best events in Heusden - you want to be here

on and near the water

What could be nicer than a boat ride on a hot summer day, a splash in the water or getting a breath of fresh air on a bicycle or walking tour along the Bergsche Maas. Heusden is a water-rich municipality and offers numerous opportunities.

Taking to the water

Experience Heusden at the Zuiderwaterlinie - the oldest and longest water line

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