Oudenbosch

Oudenbosch is a town in North Brabant where the Basilica of Saints Agatha and Barbara dominates the center. This religious structure was built following the design of Saint Peter's Basilica in Rome and serves as the town's main landmark.

The settlement began in 1275 when Cistercian monks from Saint Bernard's Abbey near Antwerp started clearing and farming the forest land. These monks shaped the area's growth through agricultural work and religious influence for many centuries.

The Dutch Zouave Museum displays the history of Dutch soldiers who served in the Papal Army during the 19th century. Visitors can see uniforms, weapons, and personal items from that era.

The town has multiple places to stay and eat scattered throughout. A railway station on the Rotterdam-Antwerp line makes it easy to reach by train.

The Natural History Museum holds extensive collections of geological specimens, biological artifacts, and ethnological materials from around the world. Most visitors focus on the basilica and miss this hidden repository of natural and cultural objects.

Location: Halderberge

GPS coordinates: 51.58920,4.52390

Latest update: December 20, 2025 16:14