Vincent Van Gogh Huis

The basics

The museum features a permanent exhibition that examines Van Gogh’s roots, focusing on his youth in Zundert, his relationship with his brother Theo and their parents, and the city of Zundert itself. Temporary exhibitions change regularly throughout the year and highlight works by 20th- and 21st-century artists who have been inspired by Van Gogh. In addition, the museum’s shop offers maps of Van Gogh–related walking and cycling routes around Zundert and to nearby villages in the Brabant province.

Things to know before you go

• An audio guide in a number of languages illustrates the permanent multimedia exhibition dedicated to the artist’s early life.
• The museum’s temporary exhibitions feature modern and contemporary artists inspired by Van Gogh; there are no original works by Van Gogh in the museum collection.
• Visitors can join hands-on painting and sketching workshops inspired by Van Gogh’s style and technique.
• The museum has an elevator and is accessible to strollers and wheelchairs.

How to get there

The Vincent van Gogh Huis is in Zundert, and the nearest train station is in the nearby city of Breda. Local buses make the trip from the Breda train station to Zundert in about 35 minutes. The museum is located along a Van Gogh–themed cycling route through the province of Brabant, so it’s also easy to reach by bike.

When to get there

The museum’s permanent and temporary exhibitions are all indoors, offering a respite from the frequent showers in the Netherlands. Keep in mind that the museum is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and major holidays; weekend hours run into the evening, allowing for leisurely sightseeing.

Van Gogh destinations in Brabant

Vincent van Gogh was born in the Dutch province of Brabant, and the area is now home to a clutch of sights associated with his life and work that are open to visitors. In addition to Zundert’s Van Gogh Huis, you can take in the Van Gogh Church in Etten-Leur, a collection of his works in the Het Noordbrabants Museum in 's-Hertogenbosch, and Nuenen, known as “Van Gogh Village.”