Art and culture
in Limburg
Limburg is full of art and culture
Limburg has a rich and a fascinating history. Traces have been found of people who had settled here in the region well into prehistoric times. As time passed, the region flourished and (religious) buildings sprung up like mushrooms. Many of these can still be admired today and testify to the region's wealth of art and culture.
Limburg traditions
Besides the many sights, Limburg also has a varied palette of traditions. Many of Limburg's traditions are known far beyond the provincial borders. One of the best-known is carnival, but the Oud Limburgs Schuttersfeest Old Limburgian Archers' Festival), local processions, village feasts and Limburg festivals are also activities where you can get a taste of Limburg culture.
Museums
In Limburg, you will find a wealth of museums that take you on a fascinating journey through time and past Limburg traditions and culture. Discover the region's rich history and explore the fascinating world of science and technology. Be surprised by exhibitions and displays dedicated to specific themes, such as religion, folklore or local cuisine, or learn about the wonderful world of nature in museums highlighting Limburg's flora and fauna.
Archeo Route Limburg
The Archeo Route Limburg gives you the chance to discover the rich history of Limburg in an interactive and fun way. Using an app with augmented reality (AR), you are taken on a journey through time. At places in Limburg where archaeological finds have been made, you can use the app to bring an archaeologist to life. This virtual guide will tell you all about the history of that place, the finds that were made there and what life was like in the past.
