Nijmegen

Nijmegen

Netherlands

Wander through Europe's oldest city where Roman history meets riverside charm along the picturesque Waal River promenade.

Currency Euro (EUR)
Language Dutch
Time Zone CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit Apr–Sep
Typical Duration 9-10 nights
Price Range $1,818–$7,478 per person
Port Type Port of Call
Tender Port No

Gateway to the Dutch Waterways and a charming medieval city offering river cruisers access to the heart of the Netherlands and surrounding European waterways.

Cruises that visit Nijmegen

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Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Getting around:
Designer Outlet Roermond Playground·Food court·Movie theater Shopping mall · ★ 4.3 · 89k Closes soon · 8 PM
Winkelcentrum Dukenburg Wonderful place with variety of shopping options with food. Shopping mall · ★ 3.6 · 5k Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Recreatiegebied Berendonck A lot of different saunas, performances, pools, jacuzzis. Park · ★ 4.5 · 5k
Primark Really great for kids clothing and very affordable Clothing store · ★ 3.9 · 4k Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Tue
Shopping Mall Malden Very good bakery, big supermarkets and lots of other shops. Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 3k Open · Closes 9 PM
Café de Blonde Pater Great menu, atmosphere, and plenty of gluten-free options. Pub · ★ 4.5 · 2k Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Tue
Arsenaal 1824 Bit expensive, good food but small portions Restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 2k Open · Closes 11 PM
Hema I love their baby clothes and they have a good selection of children's toys. Restaurant · ★ 4 · 2k Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Café Samson Nice collection of beers and great ambience. Pub · ★ 4.5 · 2k Open · Closes 2 AM
Winkelcentrum Hatert🛍 Big and free parking behind and one place for most groceries, bakery... Shopping mall · ★ 3.8 · 2k Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Coffeeshop Kronkel Friendly staff,very tasty milkshake,cozy lounge to spend a chill moment Cannabis store · ★ 4.6 · 2k Open · Closes 1 AM
'T Kunsje Premium Coffeeshop, large Sortiment and very fair/ good prices. Cafe · ★ 4.6 · 2k Open · Closes 1 AM
Bleeckerstreet The staff is very accomodating, the food is delicious Modern European restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 1k Open · Closes 11 PM
Brasserie ’t Zotte Lemke Excellent selection, stories, atmosphere, service and taste! Brasserie · ★ 4.8 · 1k Closed
Mr. Jack's Nijmegen MK Great food for a reasonable price and a cosy atmosphere. Mediterranean restaurant · ★ 4.2 · 1k Open · Closes 10 PM
Humphrey's Restaurant Nijmegen I had the salmon roll and beef bourguigno, honestly they taste amazing. Restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 1k Open
Bistrobar Berlin The food quality was outstanding, and the staff are super-friendly. Bistro · ★ 4.4 · 1k Open · Closes 12 AM
De Dromaai Great place, great food, great price and friendly staff! Diner · ★ 4.3 · 1k Open · Closes 10:30 PM
Kattencafé Balthazar Relaxing place, adorable kitties, delicious ice coffee 😋🙏 Cat cafe · ★ 4.6 · 1k Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
De Waagh Staff knew the food well and could advise of wheat free options. Restaurant · ★ 4.2 · 1k Open · Closes 12 AM
Flores Creative cuisine, extensive wine list, amazing hospitality. Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 1k Closed
Freddy's Friendly staff and great food for normal prices 👌🏻 Gastropub · ★ 4.3 · 1k Open · Closes 12 AM
Café De Plak Very good food, friendly service and a great vegan selection! Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 1k Open · Closes 11 PM
Restaurant MANNA Attentive service, good wine recommendations and delicious food. Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 1k Open
In de Blaauwe Hand Great atmosphere, beer and service. Pub · ★ 4.7 · 1k Closed · Opens 3 PM Tue
Bistro De Bok Amazing service , tasteful dishes approachable prices. Bistro · ★ 4.5 · 1k Open · Closes 10:30 PM
Grand Café Moenen Very nice drinks, nice snacks and good atmosphere. Restaurant · ★ 4.2 · 1k Open · Closes 1 AM
Fika Nice atmosphere, good service, good food and desserts, loved it. Coffee shop · ★ 4.5 · 1k Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Wylerbergmeer Beautiful lake, good for children, great for swimming if there is no algae. Park · ★ 4.2 · 1k Open 24 hours
Casa Valencia Super good food, very nice service staff, and decent price! Tapas Bar · ★ 4.7 · 1k Open
TK Maxx Very good place to find products with good quality and price. Department store · ★ 4.1 · 1k Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Café Piet Huisman Amazing place, great beers and free darts... Pub · ★ 4.7 · 1k Open · Closes 12 AM
Recreatiegebied Mookerplas Good place for children, no problem with parking. Park · ★ 4.4 · 1k Open 24 hours
Restaurant De Nieuwe Winkel Friendly service, not fancy-pancy at all, and the food… Wowzzers. Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 1k Closed
THE STING Lot of variety and latest collection,all under one roof. Clothing store · ★ 4.1 · 1k Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Tue
Coffeeshop 't Nijmeegs Wonder The staff are mostly friendly and the music is mostly good; Cannabis store · ★ 4.2 · 0k Open · Closes 12 AM
Café de Deut, Speciaalbier Café 🍺 Beer and snacks are good. Cafe · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open · Closes 2 AM
Puur Sanh Restaurant For the food, experience and quality - it was not expensive. Fine dining restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM Thu
restaurant de Portier Lunch or dinner , eating here is an experience and ultimate taste sensation. Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k Open
Steven Incredible atmosphere, delicious food and awesome coffee. Restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 0k Open · Closes 12 AM
Restobar Fiftyeight The place was beautiful, food was delicious and the service was great! Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k Open
Lume by Fingerz The food is amazing, the staff was super nice and the wine was delicious. Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open · Closes 10 PM
PAAK Vinyl Bar Lovely intimate atmosphere, great vinyl music, and excellent cocktails. Bar · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM Wed
Restaurant Groenewoud The main reason for the 3-star rating is the food. Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 0k Closed · Opens 12:30 PM Tue
Cafe Klein Great refined food, delicious cocktails and wines and excellent service! Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open · Closes 12 AM
Eetbar Bloom Great service, tasty food and fantastic price Restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 0k Open · Closes 12 AM
Lunchroom Darna Great food, affordable prices. Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k Open · Closes 10 PM
Zandziebar Beach pavillion · ★ 4.3 · 0k
Restaurant Vesters Amazing evening out, with great food, service and atmosphere. French restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closed · Opens 6 PM Thu
Restaurant Ivory 🇫🇷 A bit expensive but totally worth it. Modern French restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 0k Closed · Opens 6 PM Wed
Restaurant Witlof Restaurant Witlof boasts a fantastic location with beautiful river views. Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 6 PM Wed
Strandpark Slijk-Ewijk The only thing is that the water in lake is a little dirty. Park · ★ 4.3 · 0k Open · Closes 10 PM
Restaurant Versaen The dishes were amazing - sophisticated but not overly complicated. Fine dining restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 6 PM Tue
Dr Shawarma Very delicious food and excellent, fast service! Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k Open
NACIONAL Outstanding food and impeccable service. Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open
Paradiso Nijmegen Really great food and staff, appreciate the service we got. Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 0k Open · Closes 10 PM
Nook City Kitchen Best Pastrami Focaccia in a long time. Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open · Closes 12 AM
Waalstrandje 🏖 Beautiful narrow beach and woods for Chilling and grill Swimming lake · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open 24 hours
Nightingale Karaokebar amazing 10/10 very nice people amazing songs good drinks epic overall Karaoke bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM Tue
Van Nature In-store shopping·In-store pickup Clothing store · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Franco James Lovely vibez, especially on Thursdays with some nice live swing/gypsy jazz. Bar · ★ 5 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM Thu
Bar socio. Nijmegen very good experience super good cocktails, good price I recommend come here! Bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k Closed · Opens 4 PM Wed
Bar GLITCH | borrel & cocktail bar🍸 Amazing service and recommendations if needed. Cocktail bar · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 7 PM Wed
1920 speakeasy Great service, lovely staff, delicious cocktails. Cocktail bar · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM Thu
Waalstrandje Beach · ★ 4.5 · 0k
Spiegelwaal Scenic spot · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open 24 hours
Drup · Panoramabar Will definitely come back to enjoy the view some more with a nice cocktail. Bar · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 4 PM Fri
De Hal Nijmegen - fresh, local ingredients. Family restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k Open · Closes 8:30 PM
Strand Lentse Plas Beach pavillion · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open 24 hours
Winkelcentrum Molukkenstraat Nijmegen🛍 Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 0k Open · Closes 9 PM

Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.

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About Nijmegen

Nijmegen serves as a vibrant port of call along the Dutch Waterways, welcoming cruisers from four major river cruise lines including Viking River Cruises, Emerald Cruises, Riverside Luxury Cruises, and Amadeus River Cruises. With 161 upcoming cruises and a strong presence of nine-night itineraries, this charming destination offers excellent connectivity to other iconic Dutch and Belgian ports like Amsterdam, Antwerp, and Rotterdam. The peak cruising season runs from April through September, making spring and early autumn ideal times to experience this historic region.

As a port of call, Nijmegen provides cruise passengers with easy access to one of the Netherlands' oldest cities, where centuries of history blend seamlessly with contemporary culture. Visitors can explore the atmospheric old town with its cobblestone streets and waterfront charm, or venture into the surrounding region to discover the natural beauty of the Rhine Valley. Whether you're embarking on a longer river cruise or enjoying a brief port stop, Nijmegen offers a perfect balance of cultural exploration and relaxation.
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Reasons to Visit

1

Walk Through Medieval Nijmegen

Explore the Netherlands' oldest city, where Roman ruins and medieval architecture blend seamlessly. Stroll through the charming Grote Markt, admiring the 16th-century Waag building and surrounding guild houses. The compact city center is easily walkable from the cruise port, offering centuries of history within a few blocks.

2

Taste Local Cheese & Poffertjes

Indulge in authentic Dutch treats at the vibrant market stalls and cozy cafés throughout the city. Sample creamy local cheeses, fluffy poffertjes (mini pancakes), and fresh stroopwafels. The Grote Markt and surrounding streets offer perfect spots to enjoy these regional specialties while soaking in local atmosphere.

3

Cycle Along the Waal River

Rent a bicycle and experience Nijmegen like a true local on scenic riverside paths. The Waal River offers stunning views and peaceful cycling routes perfect for a few hours of exploration. Dutch cycling culture comes alive as you pedal past parks, waterfront cafés, and picturesque neighborhoods.

4

Browse the Sunday Bloemenmarkt

If visiting on a Sunday, don't miss the colorful flower market bursting with vibrant tulips, bulbs, and local plants. The market captures the essence of Dutch horticulture and offers unique souvenirs. Even on other days, local markets showcase fresh produce, crafts, and regional products worth exploring.

5

Discover Valkhof Park & Museum

Visit this hilltop park featuring the remains of a medieval castle and panoramic river views. The adjacent Valkhof Museum houses impressive art collections and archaeological artifacts spanning Roman to contemporary periods. The elevated location provides perfect photo opportunities and peaceful green space just steps from the city center.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What cruise lines operate from Nijmegen, Netherlands?

Four major river cruise lines sail from Nijmegen: Viking River Cruises, Emerald Cruises, Riverside Luxury Cruises, and Amadeus River Cruises. With 161 upcoming cruises available, you'll have excellent options for exploring the Dutch Waterways and neighboring regions.

When is the best time to cruise from Nijmegen?

The peak months for cruising from Nijmegen are April, May, June, July, and September. These months offer pleasant weather and optimal conditions for river cruising through the Dutch Waterways, with spring and early autumn being particularly popular for their comfortable temperatures and scenic landscapes.

How much do cruises from Nijmegen cost?

Cruise prices from Nijmegen range from $1,818 to $7,478 per person, depending on the cruise line, itinerary length, and cabin category. River cruises from this port offer excellent value for exploring multiple destinations including Amsterdam, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Dordrecht, and Maastricht.

What are the top destinations from Nijmegen?

Popular destinations from Nijmegen include Amsterdam, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Dordrecht, and Maastricht. These river cruise itineraries showcase the cultural and historical highlights of the Dutch Waterways region, with each port offering unique attractions and experiences.

How do I get from Nijmegen port to the city center?

Nijmegen's cruise port is conveniently located near the city center, typically within walking distance or a short taxi ride. Taxis are readily available at the port, and the city center is easily accessible on foot for those wishing to explore Nijmegen's historic streets, museums, and riverside attractions.

What can I see and do in Nijmegen during a port day?

Nijmegen is the Netherlands' oldest city and offers rich history, charming architecture, and cultural attractions. Highlights include the historic city center with its medieval buildings, the Valkhof Museum, scenic riverside walks along the Waal River, and excellent local restaurants and cafes serving traditional Dutch cuisine.

Is Nijmegen a port of call or embarkation port?

Nijmegen is primarily a port of call, meaning most cruises stop here as part of a larger river itinerary rather than starting or ending at this location. This allows passengers to experience Nijmegen as one of several destinations on their Dutch Waterways cruise adventure.