Visit the Limburg Museum in Venlo
The Limburgs Museum in Venlo
Limburgs Museum
Whoever is looking for a cultural experience during a stay in North Limburg, should not miss the Limburgs Museum. This versatile museum brings the rich history, traditions, and innovations of the province to life, in an accessible and engaging way. From archaeological finds and Roman history to Limburg folklore and modern themes - the Limburgs Museum offers something for everyone. Thanks to its central location in Venlo, the museum is easily accessible from Van der Valk Hotel Venlo, just a ten-minute drive away.
What is the Limburgs Museum?
The Limburgs Museum is the cultural-historical museum of the province and tells the story of Limburg in all its facets. Housed in a modern building with historical elements, the museum provides a chronological and thematic overview of the Limburg identity, from prehistory to the present. The permanent collection includes among other things archaeological finds, old utensils, regional costumes, and religious art, but also interactive installations that invite participation and discovery.
In addition, the museum regularly organizes temporary exhibitions highlight current topics or special regional stories. These changing exhibitions ensure that each visit is different. Whether you are interested in history, culture, or social themes, the Limburgs Museum shows you Limburg as you did not know it yet – surprising, versatile, and close to the people.
New Exhibition Burgundians in Limburg - from 4 October to 1 February 2026.Step into the unique exhibition Burgundians in Limburg in the time of yore and let yourself be surrounded by characteristic music, beautiful objects, and intriguing stories that immerse you in the late Middle Ages.
Highlights of your visit
A visit to the Limburgs Museum offers a varied and fascinating experience for young and old. Some highlights you definitely shouldn't miss:
Interactive exhibitions for children – Children are invited to think, explore, and discover.
From Neanderthal to city dweller – with archaeological finds from the region and virtual reconstructions of the past.
Child-friendly presentations and treasure hunts that make a visit to the museum fun and educational for young visitors.
Limburg traditions – Discover the rich culture of Limburg, with a focus on carnival, religion, mining, and folklore.
Temporary exhibitions – The museum regularly presents temporary exhibitions on art, culture, and current themes.
Historoscoop - Take a special journey through time and fly through 250,000 years of history of the area we now call Limburg via a panoramic projection.
Practical information and accessibility
The Limburgs Museum is easily accessible from the Van der Valk Hotel Venlo. You drive in about 10 minutes to the center of Venlo, where you can easily park in the immediate vicinity of the museum or at the station opposite the building. The museum is also easily accessible by bicycle or public transport. On Mondays, the museum is closed, except on holidays and vacations.
Tickets can be easily ordered online through the museum's website. By reserving tickets for the Limburgs Museum in advance, you avoid waiting time at the ticket counter and have immediate access to the exhibitions. Also with the Museum card you can enter for free. Parking is available in nearby parking garages, and the museum is well accessible for visitors with disabilities.
Address:
Keulsepoort 5
5911 BX Venlo
Netherlands
Opening hours and current ticket prices:
View the most current information on the official website from the Limburgs Museum.
Combine your museum visit with a stay at Van der Valk Hotel Venlo
Would you like to end your cultural day out with relaxation? Then choose to stay overnight at Van der Valk Hotel Venlo, at only a few minutes distance from the Limburgs Museum. This modern hotel offers comfortable rooms, a stylish restaurant, and extensive facilities such as a wellness area and fitness.
After an inspiring visit to the museum, you can comfortably reminisce about your day. Thanks to its favorable location, the hotel is an ideal base for visiting Venlo and the rest of North Limburg. Turn a museum visit into a complete stay and discover how relaxation and culture perfectly come together.
Enchanting Bronze
The Mystery of the River
Think of the most valuable thing you have. The most expensive, the most beautiful, the most special. You wouldn't throw it away. Never in your life. But in the Bronze Age, about four thousand years ago, that was exactly what people did. Bronze was incredibly valuable, and yet beautiful jewelry and shiny swords disappeared into swamps and rivers. Also in Limburg. Why did people do that?
Children's Book
Inspired by the children's book “Bronze. About Shiny Treasures in Misty Swamps”, you will discover the enchanting story of bronze in this interactive family exhibition. Explore mysterious places and beautiful bronze objects from thousands of years ago. An adventure for young and old.
Go on an Adventure
You will unravel the story about jewelry, axes, and swords from Limburg rivers. Where were they made? And why did people in the Bronze Age throw away these valuable items? We challenge you to think about what is valuable to you. Would you leave something dear behind, like people did in the Bronze Age? We need you to solve the greatest mystery of the Bronze Age!
The Goltzius Family
A family full of talent, ambition, and creativity
In the 16th and 17th centuries, the Goltzius family, originally from Venlo, became one of the most famous artist families in Europe. Their innovative and beloved work can be found everywhere: from living rooms to royal palaces.
In Goltzius Family – Masters from Venlo, the Limburgs Museum brings together the complete story of the family for the first time. See how generations of the Goltzius family inspire each other, how they work together, and how their talent spreads across Europe. Their prints not only show great craftsmanship but also a close family bond that knows how to bridge time and distance.
Admire the impressive and versatile family oeuvre and get an intimate look at the artists' family life. Back in Venlo, where the success began.
Goltzius Family – Masters from Venlo can be visited from February 6 to May 31, 2026. Book your tickets through our webshop.
Crossing the Border - Crime in Limburg
Across the border – Crime in Limburg
Is Limburg the most criminal province in the Netherlands? You get that feeling when you look at the figures: four Limburg municipalities are in the top 10 of the national crime meter, two in the top 10 of disadvantaged municipalities and five in the top 10 of places where most undermining crime occurs. But what are the stories behind these statistics?
In Across the border – Crime in Limburg we examine the relationship between our border province and crime. Why is crime in this region different from other parts of the Netherlands? From minor offenses to high-profile cases, from historical context to present-day implications, and all illuminated from different perspectives.
Across the border is an exhibition about people. Who do we see as victims, who as perpetrators, and what determines this? Who are the people behind the cases? In six themes (combining historical and contemporary stories), we take you into the world of crime in Limburg and offer a new perspective on a theme that affects everyone.
Across the border – Crime in Limburg can be visited from April 4, 2026, to January 3, 2027. Book your tickets through our webshop.