Van Gogh House

The Van Gogh House in Veenoord is a restored residential building that shows where the artist lived and worked. The rooms are furnished to give an impression of his daily life during that period.

The building dates to 1870 and is connected to Van Gogh's stay in Drenthe, when he developed his artistic skills. His time in this region played an important role in shaping his artistic style.

The house reveals how Van Gogh experienced and painted the peatland landscape of Drenthe. Visitors can understand through exhibitions what influences the region's nature and people had on his artistic development.

The house is within walking distance from Nieuw-Amsterdam station, requiring only a few minutes on foot. Plan your visit to view the exhibitions without rushing through the rooms.

This is one of the few places in the Netherlands where Van Gogh actually lived and painted that remains accessible to visitors today. This authenticity makes it a special place for anyone wanting to understand his life and work.

Location: Emmen

Inception: 1870

GPS coordinates: 52.71583,6.84972

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:26