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The best picnic spots in Breda

    As soon as the weather is nice, picnic season starts again. Breda is lush with forests and parks that have plenty of hidden picnic spots. We suggest a few of these secret gems.

    Sonsbeeck Park

    This old park, named after a former mayor, is known for its diverse landscape. Park Sonsbeeck consists of nine sections and ranges from playground to English garden. Perfect for any outdoor enthusiast and a lovely place to have a picnic in the afternoon or evening.

    An ideal spot to spend your sunny afternoon enjoying a snack and drink without the hustle and bustle.

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    Mastbos

    Take a picnic meal with you and your walk in the Mastbos is complete. In this large forest close to the city, there are many benches and picnic tables where you can take a break after a walk. Enjoy the view over a pond while you savour that apple you brought along. In the adventure forest, children can also play to their heart's content.

    Sandy path surrounded by trees in the Mastbos Breda

    Wilhelminapark

    Just outside the city centre, you'll find the Wilhelminapark. This large park with two ponds is an ideal place for many students to have lunch in the afternoon. Besides being a break spot, the park is also known among residents of Breda as the park with the tank. On the corner, you can find an old German tank that was donated to the city by Poland in 1945.

    Help to spread the crowds by spending an afternoon here instead of in an overcrowded park.

    Park Overbos

    A lovely park just outside Breda, namely in Prinsenbeek! Park Overbos is a special park, as it partly lies over the A16 and along the high-speed line. Annoying? Not at all, as there is a lovely tranquillity here! Children can run and play freely while you enjoy a cup of coffee on your picnic blanket. Also nice: there is a deer meadow!

    A great spot if you're looking to find some peace. At the same time, you're helping to spread the crowds. 

    A small piece of grassland located by a pond, surrounded by trees in Wilhelminapark Breda.

    Chassé Park

    The Chassé Park is a green area with a number of tall buildings containing apartments, known as park apartments. On the edge of the Chassé Park is the Holland Casino Breda located in the former Kloosterkazerne. On the other side, you can find the music venue Mezz. In the main building of the Chassékazerne are the Breda's Museum and the City Archives situated. 

    A lovely place to retreat to during your city walk and spread out your picnic blanket!

    The Zaartpark

    The Zaartpark is a water-rich walking and picnic park in the valley of the Aa or Weerijs. It is named after the stream called the Zaart, which flows from the Mastbos. This park is one of the most natural and rich in nature parks in Breda. A lovely place to relax. 

    The park is located south of the Sonsbeeckpark. 

    A bridge over a pond, surrounded by trees in autumn in the Zaartpark

    Westertuin

    In the Westerpark neighbourhood, you will find Westertuin. A water feature surrounded by greenery with a boardwalk for walking. This expansive area provides plenty of space to enjoy a glass of wine or a beer in the sun.

    Park Valkenberg

    This is the picnic spot in the city centre of Breda. Whether you prefer sun or shade, there’s enough of both for everyone. The large pond with fountains is the centrepiece of this park  and children can enjoy playing in the large playground here.

    Note: on nice days, this park quickly fills up with locals who have the same idea as you. Make sure to choose another green spot in Breda to have your picnic.

    Grass area in Valkenbergpark, surrounded by trees, a family is relaxing in the sun, at the back there is a fountain visible.
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    Galder Lakes

    Especially in the summer, the Galderse lakes are a popular spot for swimming and enjoying the sun. It is also a lovely place to have a picnic in the spring. There is plenty of space to choose the perfect spot to spend the entire afternoon and watch the sun set at the end of the day.

    Brabantpark

    In the middle of Brabantpark is a large park of the same name. Centrally located is a duck pond surrounded by a large sports field, two small playgrounds, and enough trees to seek shade on a hot day. There are spacious walking paths along the field and the pond.

    Sand flat at the Galder lake Breda

    Railway Park

    A hidden green gem in Breda: the Spoorpark behind the courthouse on Stationslaan. Between the railway and the courthouse, you'll find a green park with picnic tables in an ideal location. The park is still unknown to many people, allowing you to truly relax. The park is accessible via the two staircases on either side. During your picnic, you can enjoy views of the Great Church. It will be delightful!

    The park is open during the week until 20:00.

    Liesbos

    The Liesbos is the largest ancient oak forest in our country. In spring, the forest floor is covered with pale white wood anemones. On a sunny day, you can find shaded spots here to rest during your walk.

    Information board at the beginning of Spoorpark Breda

    The Markdal

    Plop down on the grass next to De Mark. This stream flows through the pastures south of Breda. Hence the name 'Het Markdal'. In this beautiful area, you can enjoy the peace and space of Breda.

    Asterdplas

    The Asterdplas is a recreational lake in the Asterd neighbourhood of the Haagse Beemden district on the northern side of Breda. 

    Picnicking in the sand, lovely! An ultimate spot to enjoy the summer weather.

    A couple walking down a sandy path in the Markdal, surrounded by trees.

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