There are many advantages that Nijmegen gives you as a destination for a senior travel trip. Nijmegen offers travelers a relaxing atmosphere with a measure of security. The hills and forests that surround the city are known all around the earth for their uplifting beauty. To those seniors that like historical areas, Nijmegen had a significant part to play in World War Two. Several sites still exist either in the city or nearby. The people that live here have an ‘open arms’ attitude toward tourists. You will notice that the city is very low key which is perfect for a senior travel vacation visit.

Hotels and Accommodations

Depending on whether you like to rest in the city or the country, there are 29 hotels to chose from. The prices and amenities between hotels vary quite a bit. The cost to stay at the Mecure Nijmegen Centre, a three star hotel, is $145 dollars per night. In comparison, if you stay at the Scandic Hotel Sanadome Nijmegen, a four star hotel, it will cost you $268 dollars per night. All of the hotels have modern day amenities and are well known for their professional service. Handicapped facilities and services are available in four and three star hotels. Your travel agent should be able to get you senior discounts on housing rates.    

Travel

Walking around the local section of town where you are staying is probably best, there is beauty here that is absolutely serene. Another option is to rent a bike from the hotel you are staying at. Be aware that traffic is hectic, so be careful. If you favor buses, city transportation operated by Novio. Hermes bus company is responsible for regional bus travel. It may be best to get a rental car so you can drive to explore the surrounding small towns and historic sites.

Things to Do

Ease and serenity are the main attributes of the local attractions. A day or two can be spent just walking through the Kronenburger, the park set in the center of Nijmegen. Also downtown on Valkhof hill stands a Carolingian chapel built around the seventh through ninth centuries. On a hill about 2.5 miles from the city stands St. Stevenskerk, a gothic church overlooking the Waal river. Or go to Ber en Dal which is located 4.5 miles from the city to experience a quiet time of soul restoration. Carnival is a festival event that starts six weeks before Easter. People dress up in funny costumes and drink, parades venture in every town and village. In May, Dag van het Levenslied, a highly acclaimed music festival is in full swing.