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Things to see in Baarle-Nassau (Belgium): 36 places and when to go
Baarle-Nassau is a town in Belgium, and this site lists 36 places in and around it, mainly History (11), Wildlife (11), Hiking (11). The best known are Béguinage Turnhout, Castle of the dukes of Brabant and National Museum of Playing Cards. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 16 h 22 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 38. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Belgium · 51.4447, 4.939
- Places
- 36 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (11) · Wildlife (11) · Hiking (11) · Nature (10) · Temples (6) · Museums and art (2)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- ANR Antwerp, 44 km as the crow flies
What to see in Baarle-Nassau
The places in and around Baarle-Nassau, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Béguinage TurnhoutBuilding in Turnhout, Belgium13 km
- Castle of the dukes of BrabantCastle in Turnhout, Belgium13 km
- National Museum of Playing CardsMuseum in Belgium14 km
- Sint-ValentinuskerkChurch in Poppel (Ravels), Belgium6.9 km
- Arbeid AdeltWindmill in Weelde, Belgium5.5 km
- De Nachtegaal der MaatvennenWindmill in Ravels, Belgium9.0 km
- Kasteel De SchriekenChâteau in Poppel, Belgium4.7 km
- Landgoed De UtrechtNature reserve in North Brabant, the Netherlands14 km
- Onze Lieve Vrouw van Altijddurende BijstandChurch building in Baarle-Nassau, Netherlands678 m
- Onze-Lieve-Vrouw van VlaanderenkapelChapel in Baarle-Hertog, Belgium5.1 km
- RovertkapelChapel in Hulsel, Belgium10.0 km
- Sint-ClemenskerkChurch in Minderhout (Hoogstraten), Belgium13 km
- Sint-RumolduskerkChurch in Zondereigen (Baarle-Hertog), Belgium5.2 km
- Brabants VennenpadHiking trail (streekpad) in the Netherlands10 km
- De Dochter van de KorenaarBrewery269 m
- De Schootse HoekNature area in Baarle-Nassau, the Netherlands9.7 km
- Gewestbossen van RavelsProtected area9.7 km
- GrenslandpadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands and Belgium13 km
- GrenslandpadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands and Belgium8.8 km
- GrenslandpadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands and Belgium12 km
- GrenslandpadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands and Belgium921 m
- Hart Van Brabant PadHiking8.8 km
- Hart van Brabantpad 1 Moergestel-RielHiking8.8 km
- Het MerkskeProtected area7.1 km
And the other 12, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Kempenland-West, Natuurreservaat Den Rooy-Smisselbergen, Natuurreservaat Halsche Beemden, Natuurreservaat Turnhouts Vennengebied, Princebos
- Hiking: Oranje-Nassaupad, Oranje-Nassaupad etappe 2: Gilze-Baarle-Nassau, Oranje-Nassaupad etappe 3: Baarle-Nassau-Riel, Oranje-Nassaupad etappe 7: Ulvenhout-Chaam
- With kids: Stadsboerderij
- Museums and art: Vondhoeve
- Food and drink: Zuidam Distillers
When to go to Baarle-Nassau
The best time to visit Baarle-Nassau is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:06
- FebPossible9:42
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:36
- MayBest time15:22
- JunBest time16:22
- JulBest time15:57
- AugBest time14:23
- SepBest time12:22
- OctBest time10:22
- NovPossible8:33
- DecPossible7:38
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 22 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 38. In April, 36 of the 36 places are at their best.
When to go to Belgium in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Baarle-Nassau
The nearest main airport is Antwerp International Airport (Deurne) (ANR, Antwerp), 44 km as the crow flies. How to get around Belgium (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Malle26 places24 km
- Mol33 places27 km
- Essen16 places30 km
- Westerlo40 places39 km
- Hamont-Achel20 places41 km
- Antwerp119 places44 km
And all of Belgium, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Baarle-Nassau?
The best known: Béguinage Turnhout, Castle of the dukes of Brabant, National Museum of Playing Cards, Sint-Valentinuskerk, Arbeid Adelt. In all, 36 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Baarle-Nassau?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 16 h 22 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 38.
How do you get to Baarle-Nassau?
The nearest main airport is Antwerp International Airport (Deurne) (ANR), 44 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Baarle-Nassau as the destination and these 36 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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