Your own boating experience in Breda

Discover all hotspots of Breda

Sailing Map
Breda

Canal cruise in Breda? Definitely worth it! With our sailing map you sail through the canals and along the most beautiful spots of the city. You will pass under old bridges, along the Spanjaardsgat, the castle and many terraces on the water.

From historic buildings to green city parks: Breda from the water surprises again and again. You choose the pace and the route. With our hotspots as your guide, you experience the city in a unique and relaxed way.

Hotspots of Breda

Opstap locatie sloepverhuur Breda

Sloop rental Breda

Here begins your own cruise through Breda! At Sloepverhuur Breda you board a comfortable sloop that you can steer yourself. No skipper on board, so you decide where the wind takes you. From our landing stage you can sail on to the canals of Breda for a round trip in Breda.

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Opstap locatie sloepverhuur Breda

Court of justice

When your canal cruise in Breda has started you will see on the port side the modern Breda courthouse. Sleek, stately and a tad intimidating... While enjoying a relaxing cruise through Breda, you will pass this modern building of the judiciary. Perhaps not the most romantic building, but certainly a striking appearance along the water.

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rondvaart Breda KMA

KMA

Welcome to the Royal Military Academy, or KMA. Here officers are trained for army, air force and military police. The historic buildings and impressive courtyard make this one of the highlights of your itinerary. From the water you can see the size of this imposing grounds. A royal view during your own cruise through Breda.

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rondvaart Breda KMA

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Lighthouse

Among the greenery of the park, you suddenly see a lighthouse there. No shipwreck here, mind you. This charming little tower is purely for atmosphere. And let's face it: what's a canal cruise without a lighthouse? Perfect for taking a photo as you cruise leisurely through the park area.

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rondvaart breda park valkenberg

Parc Valkenberg

To starboard stretches Valkenberg Park: Breda's green city park. The park was once part of the castle grounds, but now belongs to everyone. A wonderful place to let off the gas for a moment, moor at the jetty or sit back and enjoy the urban greenery during your round trip through Breda.

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rondvaart breda park valkenberg

oranjeboom ketelhuis tijdens je eigen rondvaart breda

Old Oranjeboom Brewery

Between the streets, from your sloop you can see the old boiler house of the Oranjeboom Brewery. This used to be the largest beer brewery in the city, now you can enjoy a beer there again, but at the catering establishment: Beers & Barrels.

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oranjeboom ketelhuis tijdens je eigen rondvaart breda

vaarroute koepelgevangenis rondvaart breda

Dome prison

One of the most impressive buildings along your cruising route: Breda's old Koepelgevangenis. Once home to female prisoners, it is now used as a venue for small business and events. Refugees from Ukraine are also housed in one section. On the 1-hour route you turn around here, so take a leisurely stroll around and admire the forms of this special old prison.

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vaarroute koepelgevangenis rondvaart breda

chasseveld rondje varen breda

Chasséveld

Here you pass by the lively Chasséveld. Festivals, concerts and events often take place here. Even if there is nothing on the program, you can feel Breda's vibrant energy here. The architecture of the buildings around the Chasséveld such as ‘The Whale’ and The Chassé Theater, is already a show in itself. A great time to sail out of the sun and have a nice look around.

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oude huishoudschool breda rondvaart

Old Household School

On Boeimeersingel stood for many years a household school where young women were trained in cooking, sewing and taking care of the household. The original building has since disappeared, but this spot still tells a special piece of history of Breda education.

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oude huishoudschool breda rondvaart

Seeling Barracks

Here you cruise past the old Seelig Barracks, once a bustling center of military activity. Today it is a mix of history, education and urban development. The robust buildings and open training fields give an impressive picture of Breda's military past. From the water, it feels like going back in time for a moment.

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St. Anna Church

Hidden among the greenery of Tuinzigt stands the Anna Church: a beautiful and stately church building that suddenly surprises you from the water. The tower sticks out above the trees and forms a nice contrast with the quiet residential area around it. While you relax during your canal cruise in Breda, this church shows you that the suburbs have their charm as well. A real hidden gem along the route!

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Spanjaardsgat

This is the photo spot of Breda! Sail quietly under the little bridge and look up at the Spanjaardsgat: an ancient water gate from the 16th century. According to tradition, Dutch troops entered the city here during the Eighty Years' War to drive out the Spaniards, hence the name. You also have a beautiful view of Breda Castle from here. So be sure to take a picture (or three), because at this point your own cruise will turn into a historic postcard.

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The Harbour

Welcome back to the bustling heart of the city! The Port of Breda has been an important place for trade and connection since the Middle Ages. Today, it's all about atmosphere: cozy terraces, lively music and the sound of lapping water. You're back where your adventure began, but the tour of Breda is not over yet. Moor, order something tasty and enjoy after your own cruise through this beautiful city.

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Opstap locatie sloepverhuur Breda

Sloop rental Breda

Here begins your own cruise through Breda! At Sloepverhuur Breda you board a comfortable sloop that you can steer yourself. No skipper on board, so you decide where the wind takes you. From our landing stage you can sail on to the canals of Breda for a round trip in Breda.

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Opstap locatie sloepverhuur Breda

Gerechts-gebouw

When your canal cruise in Breda has started you will see on the port side the modern Breda courthouse. Sleek, stately and a tad intimidating... While enjoying a relaxing cruise through Breda, you will pass this modern building of the judiciary. Perhaps not the most romantic building, but certainly a striking appearance along the water.

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rondvaart Breda KMA

KMA

Welcome to the Royal Military Academy, or KMA. Here officers are trained for army, air force and military police. The historic buildings and impressive courtyard make this one of the highlights of your itinerary. From the water you can see the size of this imposing grounds. A royal view during your own cruise through Breda.

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rondvaart Breda KMA

Prices cheap boat hire breda

Lighthouse

Among the greenery of the park, you suddenly see a lighthouse there. No shipwreck here, mind you. This charming little tower is purely for atmosphere. And let's face it: what's a canal cruise without a lighthouse? Perfect for taking a photo as you cruise leisurely through the park area.

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Prices cheap boat hire breda

rondvaart breda park valkenberg

Parc Valkenberg

To starboard stretches Valkenberg Park: Breda's green city park. The park was once part of the castle grounds, but now belongs to everyone. A wonderful place to let off the gas for a moment, moor at the jetty or sit back and enjoy the urban greenery during your round trip through Breda.

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rondvaart breda park valkenberg

oranjeboom ketelhuis tijdens je eigen rondvaart breda

Old Oranjeboom Brewery

Between the streets, from your sloop you can see the old boiler house of the Oranjeboom Brewery. This used to be the largest beer brewery in the city, now you can enjoy a beer there again, but at the catering establishment: Beers & Barrels.

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oranjeboom ketelhuis tijdens je eigen rondvaart breda

vaarroute koepelgevangenis rondvaart breda

Koepel Gevangenis

One of the most impressive buildings along your cruising route: Breda's old Koepelgevangenis. Once home to female prisoners, it is now used as a venue for small business and events. Refugees from Ukraine are also housed in one section. On the 1-hour route you turn around here, so take a leisurely stroll around and admire the forms of this special old prison.

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vaarroute koepelgevangenis rondvaart breda

chasseveld rondje varen breda

Chasséveld

Here you pass by the lively Chasséveld. Festivals, concerts and events often take place here. Even if there is nothing on the program, you can feel Breda's vibrant energy here. The architecture of the buildings around the Chasséveld such as ‘The Whale’ and The Chassé Theater, is already a show in itself. A great time to sail out of the sun and have a nice look around.

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chasseveld rondje varen breda

oude huishoudschool breda rondvaart

Oude Huishoud School

On Boeimeersingel stood for many years a household school where young women were trained in cooking, sewing and taking care of the household. The original building has since disappeared, but this spot still tells a special piece of history of Breda education.

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oude huishoudschool breda rondvaart

Seeling Barracks

Here you cruise past the old Seelig Barracks, once a bustling center of military activity. Today it is a mix of history, education and urban development. The robust buildings and open training fields give an impressive picture of Breda's military past. From the water, it feels like going back in time for a moment.

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St. Anna Church

Hidden among the greenery of Tuinzigt stands the Anna Church: a beautiful and stately church building that suddenly surprises you from the water. The tower sticks out above the trees and forms a nice contrast with the quiet residential area around it. While you relax during your canal cruise in Breda, this church shows you that the suburbs have their charm as well. A real hidden gem along the route!

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Spanjaards-gat

This is the photo spot of Breda! Sail quietly under the little bridge and look up at the Spanjaardsgat: an ancient water gate from the 16th century. According to tradition, Dutch troops entered the city here during the Eighty Years' War to drive out the Spaniards, hence the name. You also have a beautiful view of Breda Castle from here. So be sure to take a picture (or three), because at this point your own cruise will turn into a historic postcard.

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The Harbour

Welcome back to the bustling heart of the city! The Port of Breda has been an important place for trade and connection since the Middle Ages. Today, it's all about atmosphere: cozy terraces, lively music and the sound of lapping water. You're back where your adventure began, but the tour of Breda is not over yet. Moor, order something tasty and enjoy after your own cruise through this beautiful city.

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Experience more cruises

Did you enjoy your canal cruise in Breda? Then we have even more for you! In Den Bosch you can cruise along city walls, fortifications and hotspots like the Tramkade and the Citadel. Prefer nature? On The Veerse Meer you can enjoy peace, space and islands. Want to sail in unique places? Check out all our locations and find out where you go on the water!

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