Breda travel guide

Things to do in Breda

Breda is easy to explore in one day: historic streets, a lively harbour, green canals and a guided boat tour that shows the city from the water.

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Quick answer

For a first visit to Breda, combine the Grote Markt, Grote Kerk, Spanjaardsgat and a 60 minute boat tour from Haven 25. It gives you the city centre and the canal story in one compact route.

gids voor bezoekers

A compact list for international visitors.

This page targets visitors who search for Breda before they know there is a boat tour.

1

Take a boat tour

Board at Haven 25 for a 60 minute guided route along Breda's canals and historic landmarks.

2

See the Spanjaardsgat

The famous water gate is one of Breda's strongest photo moments.

3

Visit the Grote Kerk

The church tower is the landmark that defines the city centre skyline.

4

Walk through Valkenberg Park

A calm green route between the station and the historic centre.

5

Explore the harbour

The harbour is a practical meeting point with restaurants, water and the boat tour nearby.

6

Discover the New Mark

Breda is bringing water back into the city, which makes the boat route especially relevant.

praktisch

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Departure
Haven 25
Duration
about 60 minutes
Parking
De Prins or De Barones
Languages
audio support in 16 languages

Breda vanaf het water bekijken?

Stap op bij Haven 25 en vaar met Rondvaart De Nieuwe Mark langs de singels, bruggen en historische plekken van Breda.

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veelgestelde vragen

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Is Breda worth visiting?

Yes. Breda has a compact historic centre, good restaurants, canals, parks and a calm atmosphere compared with larger Dutch cities.

Can you take a boat tour in Breda?

Yes. Rondvaart De Nieuwe Mark departs from Haven 25 and follows the canals around the historic centre.

Is the boat tour suitable for non-Dutch speakers?

Yes. The guide is on board and the digital audio guide supports 16 languages, including English.