Venlo

Venlo is a city in the Southern Netherlands, right on the German border. It's a centre for industries and trade but also the go-to place for shopping and services for people from the wide region, including the neighbouring German Ruhr|Ruhr area. Although the town centre sustained a lot of damage in WWII and there's still a large number of monumental buildings to see. In recent years and the city has heavily invested in re-vamping the town centre, creating new shopping boulevards and improving infrastructure, which was done in part because of the 2012 national Floriade flower show, which was hosted here.

Travel as a Muslim to Venlo

By car

Venlo is a real industrial transport hub, and a main gateway to Germany. The primary streets passing through are typically busy with trucks on their way to the east or back. Several major roads pass here, making the town easily reachable from all directions. The A67/E34 connects Venlo to Germany in the west (most directly Duisburg and Essen as well as east, to Eindhoven and further. The A73 leads to Nijmegen in the north and Roermond and further southern direction. The A74/61 leads to Germany in south-eastern direction, most directly connecting Venlo to Mönchengladbach.

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Venlo

Half hourly slow train connections run between Venlo train station GPS 51.364722,6.171389 and Roermond. Faster NS intercity trains run, also twice per hour, to Eindhoven (40 min.), Tilburg, Breda, Dordrecht and Rotterdam. Before Eindhoven, it stops at the smaller stations of Blerick, Horst-Sevenum, Deurne and Helmond. There are slow cross-border trains to Mönchengladbach (30 min) and fast trains to Düsseldorf and other German destinations.

Travel on a Bus in Venlo

The bus station serves most destinations in the area.

How to get around in Venlo

GPS 51.3694|6.1667 The downtown is small enough to navigate on foot. A bike is a convenient alternative. If you don't have your own, you can rent one at Fietspoint at the Stationsplein. Reservations are recommended.

What to see in Venlo

Venlo Stadhuis 2 - The town hall

Much of the historic centre of Venlo was destroyed in WWII, and several remaining houses were replaced by new projects in the years that followed. Some of the oldest houses are not recognizable as such, as modern façades have been placed in front of them. Nonetheless and there's plenty of history still around, especially in the downtown.

• Stadhuis (Town hall) - GPS: 51.370403, 6.169011 - Built at the end of the 16th century, this renaissance-style building remained remarkably undamaged in the war. It determines the look of the central market square and was intensively restored in 2009. The down floor was originally a market place and the building also served as the city weigh house. The medallions on the façade represent famous Venlo people from the time. Research proved however that the image of Hubert Goltzius, a famous engraver and printer, is in fact one of his cousin. Another one, representing painter Jan van Cleef, must be a fantasy image as no pictures of the man exist, also not at the time the medallions were made.
• Romerhuis - Wijngaardstraat 2 GPS: 51.368895, 6.16647 - Historic house, built around 1491 and well preserved. Its design is late Gothic art style.
• Gasthuisstraat - GPS: 51.369938, 6.169857 - This street, despite it looks, is in fact the most medieval street in the nation. Behind modern façades lie ancient houses.

• Stad Frankfort - One of the most interesting buildings today is a house with medieval roots and an early 19th century front. It's considered the oldest house in the city.
• Limburgs Museum - Keulsepoort 5 GPS: 51.366663, 6.172261 In the Julianapark Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 11am-5pm €10 for adults The collection of this museum shows the history of the wide region through art, archeological finds and anthropological object of all kinds. It was opened in 2000.

What to do in Venlo

Several hiking routes are available for the area around Venlo. Distances and kinds of terrain vary. The Venlo Greenpark route takes you to see the Floriade parks and gardens which were established for the 2012 Floriade show, a huge flower and plants event that's held in the Netherlands once every 10 years.. At the east side of town and there are several interesting natural areas.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Venlo

The Venlo area is known as a shopping destination for people from the wider region, including Germany. The Maasboulevard, as the renovated shopping area is called, was fully redone just a few years ago. The Vleesstraat has most of the major chain stores, and at the end of it you'll find the so-called "German quarter", with many German oriented shops. Along the Parade, de Jodenstraat and Gasthuisstraat you'll find more boutiques and small speciality shops.

The region is known for its asparagus production, and in spring, when they are in season, you'll find them in abundance both on restaurant menus and for sale along the provincial streets in the agricultural areas.

Halal Restaurants in Venlo

The Kwartelenmarkt and Grote Markt area are good places to look for restaurants, especially in summer when they set up outdoor terraces on the squares. - Brasserie Sur Place - Kwartelenmarkt 13 ☎ +31 77 321 13 99 3 course surprise menu for €32.50, mains around €20 Quaint place with a pleasant outdoor terrace. It serves good, French oriented food in large portions.

• Mozaiek Eten en Drinken - Pastoor op heijstraat 63 ☎ +31 77 850 97 95 From €10 This Turkish Halal restaurant gets raving reviews for its tasty food and the low prices they charge for it.
• Sittar - Kleine Kerkstraat 12 GPS: - Reportedly the best Indian food in the region. The place to go for Curries and mango lassi. Especially on weekends, you may want to reserve a table, as this is a popular place.
• Chez Philippe - Parade 61 ☎ +31 77 354 89 01 From around €35 Great French cuisine in a not too posh place. Cozy restaurant with good service and one of the more high-end places to eat Halal in town.

There's aren't really any major clubs, but you'll find plenty of cafés. Some of them have a special "club night", when the music is turned up and the tables removed as people come in to dance. For serious clubbing, German cities in the region have some good options, and university city Eindhoven is a good alternative.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Venlo

Venlo - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Venlo, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Venlo. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Venlo and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Venlo. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Venlo. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inVenlo: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Venlo.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Venlo: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Venlo, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Venlo.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Venlo, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Venlo, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Venlo and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Venlo, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Venlo, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Venlo without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Venlo is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Venlo.

About eHalal Travel Group:

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Stationshotel Venlo - Keulsepoort 16 singles/doubles €46/65 This friendly, family-run hotel may not be the most modern option, but the basic rooms are clean and it's one of the cheapest options in town. There's no elevator, so count on taking the stairs. As the name suggests, it's at the train station and close to restaurants and the Limburgs Museum.
• Bilderberg Hotel De Bovenste Molen - Bovenste Molenweg 12 From €80 Outside of town in a forest area and the supposedly modern interior and some of the wellness facilities could use a revamp, but it's a pleasant place with good service, especially if you want to go for a walk or bike trip. Breakfast is nice but dinner is a bit overpriced.
• Hotel Puur - Parade 7a Very central in town, which is an asset in term of sightseeing, but take into account that it can be noisy at night, as there's a bar adjoining the hotel. Rooms are not too spacious but adequate.

- Hotel American - Keulsepoort 14 - GPS: €70 - A fairly basic place but in a nice downtown spot and, in terms of price, one of the cheaper options.

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from Venlo

• Roermond has a nice historic centre and is a modern shopping highlight.
• Arcen has a nice castle with show gardens
• Lottum is known as the rose village of the Netherlands. There are several lovely rose gardens to admire, as well as all kinds of roses for sale.

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