Museumpark Orientalis
An open-air museum opened in 1911 with a 'Holy Land' theme, recreating Middle Eastern villages, a synagogue and a Roman street to tell the story of the origins of the three great religions.
Museumpark Orientalis lies in Heilig Landstichting, southeast of Nijmegen. It was originally a Catholic Holy Land theme park and now focuses on the shared roots of Judaism, Christianity and Islam. In the woods, it recreates a Bedouin tent, Middle Eastern villages, a synagogue, a Roman street and mosque architecture, and it also presents ancient artefacts. The park is small and suits families and visitors interested in religious history. It is open from about March to November, Tuesday to Sunday. In winter, there is a light festival, and some time slots require advance booking. It is about 5 kilometres from the city centre and served by bus.
Opening hours
Approx. Mar–Nov, Tue–Sun 11:00–17:00 (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Wereldmuseum Berg en Dal
- Valkhof Museum
- Valkhof Park
- Museum De Bastei
- Velorama National Bicycle Museum
- Waalbrug
- Waalkade
- Nijmegen Old Town