Kitty de Wijze: A Tribute to History in Nijmegen
Discover the serene beauty of Kitty de Wijze, a memorial park in Nijmegen that blends art with history for a reflective travel experience.
Explore the serene Kitty de Wijze memorial park in Nijmegen, a thoughtful tribute that combines art and history, perfect for a reflective moment during your travels.
A brief summary to Kitty de Wijze
- Kitty de Wijzeplaats, Nijmegen, Nijmegen-Centrum, NL
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit during the early morning or late afternoon for the best lighting for photographs.
- Take time to read the plaques and descriptions next to the art pieces for a deeper understanding of their significance.
- Bring a picnic to enjoy in the park's serene environment.
- Check for any local events or exhibitions that may be taking place in the park.
- Combine your visit with a tour of nearby historical sites in Nijmegen for a full day of exploration.
Getting There
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Walking
If you're starting from Nijmegen Central Station, exit the station and head towards the main square (Stationsplein). From there, take a left on the Kelfkensbos street. Continue walking straight until you reach the St. Stevenskerk (St. Stephen's Church) on your right. At the church, turn right onto the Grote Markt, and continue straight. You will see the pedestrian street, Burchtstraat. Walk along Burchtstraat until you reach the intersection with the Molenstraat. Turn left onto Molenstraat, then take another left onto Kitty de Wijzeplaats. Kitty de Wijze will be located at the end of this street.
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Public Transport
From Nijmegen Central Station, take bus line 3 or 5 towards 'Lent' or 'Beekhuizen'. Get off at the 'Korte Riddersstraat' bus stop. Once you exit the bus, walk straight down the Korte Riddersstraat until you reach the intersection with the Molenstraat. Turn right onto Molenstraat and then take a left onto Kitty de Wijzeplaats. You will find Kitty de Wijze at the end of this street.
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Bicycle
If you are renting a bicycle, start at the Nijmegen Central Station and head south on the Keizer Karelplein. Turn right onto the Galgenveld. Continue straight until you reach the Sint Annastraat, where you will turn left. Follow this road until you reach the intersection with Molenstraat. Turn right onto Molenstraat and then take a left onto Kitty de Wijzeplaats. Kitty de Wijze will be on your left.
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