Roepaen is a melange of arts that includes variety of activities and events. It brings the best of creative world to Ottersum and presents innovative acts. Different art avenues are explored and drama, dance performances, live music concerts are held here on a regular basis. Roepaen does not restrict itself to the local art scene and extends its boundaries all across the globe, and that explains the international guest performers invited here. For entire schedule and other details, check website or call ahead.
Experience nature as you visit the De Maasduinen National Park. Spread across 4500 hectares (11119.7 acres) of land, this park is known for its scenic beauty and nature walks. Enjoy some fun time with your friends as you camp here. This park also provides facilities for mountain biking, hiking and horse riding. De Maasduinen National Park houses many ponds and creeks for you to enjoy a cooling dip on a sunny day. It is a popular bird watching spot and houses different species of birds and animal like the kingfisher and reindeer and is also known for featuring beautiful and rare plants.
The history of Saint Lambertchurch can be traced back to the 1100s, where stood a church made of wood. The church was later renovated and built with the commonly found Tuff stone in the 14th Century. Saint Lambertchurch’s tower boasts of being from the 1430s while the nave was rebuilt in 1500s. Though the church is a Catholic church since 1800s, this has been a worship place for the Protestant Christians and has been used as a prison as well as a town hall in the past.
Mierlo War Cemetery is a one of a kind site of memorial located in the village of Mierlo in Netherlands. This Commonwealth battle site is housed at 68 Geldropseweg. Dating back to the 1940s, the cemetery was established post World War II. Home to the burials of the victims, the region is often flocked by locals and tourists owing to its historical importance. The cemetery is home to 665 graves out of which 664 belong to the Commonwealth of Nations soldiers.
Mook War Cemetery is a burial ground situated in the very heart of Mook en Middelaar in the Netherlands. This unique cemetery is reserved for the soldiers who lost their lives during the gruesome World War II. It was established in 1945, immediately after the war ended. Till date, 322 soldiers have been interred here. The Cross of Sacrifice greets the visitors at the entrance. Don't give this place a miss at any cost if you happen to be in the province of Limburg.
Visit the 18th Century as you witness Tot Voordeel en Genoegen. The history of this mill can be traced back to 1798 when it was built. This mill was strategically constructed and located near the river to get more wind. Tot Voordeel en Genoegen was made of wood, due to the financial crunches and was used for grinding flour from the grains brought to the owner by the local farmers. A tour through the Tot Voordeel en Genoegen, which is the only functioning mill with the mechanism of 6 grinding stones, gives you insights on its great technology and design for eco-friendly use of energy.