Eindhoven is a city that looks to the future and does not forget about its history. Historical monuments of different epochs and futuristic buildings, created quite recently, easily coexist here.
Walking along the local streets is akin to a tour in itself. You just have to look around and the eye will surely catch on to something: be it the mesmerizing installation Flying Pins or the Church of St. Catherine. You can also travel by car, but Eindhoven is a real paradise for walkers and cyclists. For example, both have free access to the "floating" Hovenring bridge.
There is a real cult of the PSV club in the city, so it will be difficult to stay away from the football fever. The Philips company has also inscribed itself in the history of the city many times, which can be found in their museum.
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What to see and where to go in Eindhoven?
The most interesting and beautiful places for walking. Photos and a short description.
Phillips stadium
Built in 1913 near the city center. Home arena of PSV football club. It was expanded several times, the last changes were made in 2004. The capacity is 35 thousand people. The stadium hosted the matches of the national team and the 2000 European Championship. In the 22nd row of sector D, space at number 43 is always empty. It is assigned to Fritz Philips, President of Philips, who died at the age of 100.
PSV Museum
Located at Philips Stadium. During the tour, you can learn the history of PSV football club. There is also a free audio guide. All the trophies won are displayed in the halls. In addition, the exposition presents rare and most famous photos, memorabilia, there are screens where chronicles are scrolled. There is a souvenir shop at the museum. There are special interactive programs for children.
Church of St. Catherine
Peter Kuypers was responsible for the project of the Catholic church. The first stone was laid in the city center in 1861. We completed the main work and consecrated the church after 6 years. The architectural style is neo-gothic. The basilica has been preserved to this day with three naves. It has 2 towers, which are named after David and Mary and rise to 73 meters. In 1972, the building was recognized as a national monument.
Augustinian church
Located in the Inner City. Founded in 1327 by Frederick the Fair. A monastery of the Augustinian order worked at the church. The building changed owners, in 1951 it was finally returned to the Augustinians. The architectural style is baroque. Significant events took place here, including the wedding of Napoleon with his second wife Marie-Louise. The main value is the "crypt of hearts" - 54 urns with the hearts of the Habsburgs.
Van Gogh Village Nuenen
The famous artist came here in 1883 and lived in Nuenen for 2 years. This period was difficult for the master because of the death of his father. It was then that he wrote his first masterpiece, The Potato Eaters. The area has gained fame over the years. Tourists can get acquainted with the work of Van Gogh through interactive exhibitions. Their goal is to immerse you in the atmosphere of the past and give an idea of what exactly inspired Vincent.
DAF Museum
Founded on the basis of the concern of the same name, which produces trucks. The profile of the museum is appropriate: large representatives of the automotive industry, although there are many exceptions. The atmosphere of the 30s of the last century has been recreated on the 1st floor. There are souvenir shops, cafes, shops. The exposition is divided into categories by epoch and type of cars. There are also some models that did not reach the conveyor and remained at the prototype level.
Philips Museum
Opened in 2013. Queen Beatrix was present at the ceremony. The museum took over the factory building where the first Philips incandescent lamp was produced in 1891. The exposition tells about significant events from the history of the company, demonstrating innovative products from different years. Before the eyes of the visitors, a small family business turns into a corporation. New developments regularly add to the collection.
Van Abbe Museum
Created in 1936 and named after its founder, a Dutch tobacco grower who collected art. The museum was one of the first of its kind. His collection consists of works by contemporary artists of their era. Among the paintings you can find canvases by Chagall, Picasso, Lissitzky. In addition to paintings, there are examples of poster art and sculpture. The funds include 2,700 storage units.
Prehistorisch Dorp
An open-air museum dedicated to six historical periods. Has been working since 1982. Many pictures from the past can be observed from the side. Also, those who wish themselves are able to visit the place of their ancestors. Tourists attend master classes in archery, cooking over an open fire, and leather dressing. Games from different eras are also presented. There are programs for children and the opportunity to put on costumes.
Parktheater
The theater building was built in 1964. This is one of the main sites of the city. Not only locals come here, but also tourists. Concerts of world-famous stars and large-scale shows are held within the walls of Parktheater. In 2007, the building was reconstructed. There are 3 halls inside. The largest of them is designed for 950 people. The middle one, named after the Philips company, is at 520. And the small one is at 250.
Evolution
Founded in 1966 as a science and technology museum. Built at the suggestion of Fritz Philips to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Philips. The dome is 77 m in diameter and looks like a flying saucer. The first time interactive exhibitions were very popular. The emergence of competing museums in neighboring cities forced Evoluon to close in 1989. Almost 10 years later, the building was transformed into a convention center, which it is today.
De Blob
The sleek futuristic building stands out from the surrounding buildings. The Italian architect Massimiliano Fuksas is behind the project. "De Blob" made of glass and steel. The structure rises by 25 m. Inside, you can have a snack or buy something: such an unusual structure is the entrance to a large shopping center. There are several other examples of this style of architecture in the city.
Hovenring bridge
Opened in 2012. Located on the border of Eindhoven and Veldhoven. Tourists are attracted by the unusual construction of the bridge, which has a diameter of 72 m. There are no analogues in the world at the moment. The bridge, relatively speaking, is floating in the air. It has only one support in the center, 70 m high. From it, 24 steel cables descend to the circular deck of the bridge. Only pedestrians and cyclists can move around Havenring.
Sculpture Flying Pins
The project was created by Klas Oldenburg and Kosier van Bruggen in 2000. A huge bowling ball and pins are "placed" on the green area. And some of them look flying. The artists seemed to have caught the moment in dynamics and captured it. Material - steel and plastic. The height of the installation is up to 8.5 m. The skittles are painted yellow, like the daffodils that bloom nearby every year.
City Park (Stadswandelpark)
It can be found in the southern part of Eindhoven. Not every city park can boast so much greenery. Lawns are always well-groomed, trees have grown a lot, but they look neat. Paths for comfortable walks are laid through the forest belt. There is a large lake with beautiful bridges and bizarre sculptures. Ducks and swans almost always live here.
