1. Museum Jan Cunen
Museum Jan Cunen is the art museum of Oss, housed in a beautiful 19th-century villa in the town centre. The museum combines contemporary art exhibitions with the local history of Oss, including finds from the famous Iron Age burial mounds of the region. It is a surprisingly rich museum for a town of this size and a perfect starting point for your visit.
Good to know: located in the centre, within walking distance of the train station.
2. The Vorstengraf (Princely Burial Mound)
The Vorstengraf of Oss is one of the largest Iron Age burial mounds in Europe, dating back to around 700 BC. A local chieftain was buried here with his iron sword inlaid with gold and a complete horse-drawn wagon. A life-size reconstruction of the mound can be visited just outside the town. It is a unique piece of Dutch prehistory that you will not find anywhere else.
Good to know: combine your visit with the exhibition at Museum Jan Cunen.
3. Zeldenrust Windmill and the Maasboulevard
Mill Zeldenrust is a classic Dutch windmill standing proudly on the Maasboulevard, the promenade along the river Meuse. From the boulevard you can watch the barges sail by while enjoying a drink on one of the terraces. The area around the mill is ideal for a relaxing walk or bike ride along the river, especially at sunset.
Good to know: the boulevard has several cafés and restaurants with river views.
Practical information
- Getting there: Oss has a train station with direct connections to 's-Hertogenbosch and Nijmegen.
- By car: Oss is located between the A50 and A59 motorways.
- Nature: the Maashorst nature reserve is perfect for hiking and cycling.