Nederlands Openluchtmuseum (Netherlands Open Air Museum), Arnhem (must see)
The Netherlands Open Air Museum is a nationally significant open-air museum situated in Arnhem. Established on April 24, 1912, this museum has a primary focus on showcasing the cultural aspects of everyday life for ordinary people in the Netherlands. Spanning an expansive 44-hectare area, it features an impressive collection of approximately forty historic structures, including houses, farms, and factories from various regions and historical periods within the Netherlands.
In addition to its architectural exhibits, the museum also boasts a diverse assortment of historic clothing and jewelry. Visitors have the opportunity to witness live demonstrations of traditional crafts and practices, such as paper production, linseed production, and beer brewing. One notable attraction is the heritage tram line, inaugurated in 1996, which offers a 1750-meter journey on standard-gauge electric trams from prominent Dutch cities like Amsterdam, Arnhem, Rotterdam, and The Hague. Among these trams is a replica of a 1929 Arnhem tram, known as the GETA 76.
Furthermore, the museum expanded its offerings in 1999–2000 with the addition of a new indoor exhibition space. Recognized for its dedication to preserving and presenting Dutch heritage, the Netherlands Open Air Museum was honored with the European Museum of the Year Award in 2005. With a yearly visitation exceeding 550,000 visitors, it continues to be a popular destination for those interested in gaining insights into the rich cultural history of the Netherlands.
The museum's Multimedia Library houses an extensive collection of pictures, slides, diagrams, videos, and audio recordings documenting Dutch folklife.
In addition to its architectural exhibits, the museum also boasts a diverse assortment of historic clothing and jewelry. Visitors have the opportunity to witness live demonstrations of traditional crafts and practices, such as paper production, linseed production, and beer brewing. One notable attraction is the heritage tram line, inaugurated in 1996, which offers a 1750-meter journey on standard-gauge electric trams from prominent Dutch cities like Amsterdam, Arnhem, Rotterdam, and The Hague. Among these trams is a replica of a 1929 Arnhem tram, known as the GETA 76.
Furthermore, the museum expanded its offerings in 1999–2000 with the addition of a new indoor exhibition space. Recognized for its dedication to preserving and presenting Dutch heritage, the Netherlands Open Air Museum was honored with the European Museum of the Year Award in 2005. With a yearly visitation exceeding 550,000 visitors, it continues to be a popular destination for those interested in gaining insights into the rich cultural history of the Netherlands.
The museum's Multimedia Library houses an extensive collection of pictures, slides, diagrams, videos, and audio recordings documenting Dutch folklife.
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Nederlands Openluchtmuseum (Netherlands Open Air Museum) on Map
Sight Name: Nederlands Openluchtmuseum (Netherlands Open Air Museum)
Sight Location: Arnhem, Netherlands (See walking tours in Arnhem)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Sight Location: Arnhem, Netherlands (See walking tours in Arnhem)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Walking Tours in Arnhem, Netherlands
Create Your Own Walk in Arnhem
Creating your own self-guided walk in Arnhem is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Arnhem Downtown Walking Tour
Sitting on the banks of the Nederrijn and Sint-Jansbeek rivers in the eastern Netherlands, the city of Arnhem, nicknamed the "Green City on the Rhine," is celebrated for a blend of vibrant city life and lush tranquil greenery. Its name is thought to originate from an amalgamation of the Old German words “arn” (for "eagle") and “heem” (for "home"), thus... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles



