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Where a cosy city meets cross-border collaborations
Welcome to Venlo, the entrepreneurial heart of the Dutch-German border region. Venlo is where centuries of commerce meet a forward-looking culture of agri-food excellence and smart logistics. Positioned at a true European crossroads, the city thrives on cross-border collaboration and international business. Its no-nonsense, hands-on mentality shapes a community of doers and creators.
Knowledge hub for Food-Nutrition-Agribusiness-Smart Logistics
From historic squares and riverside views to modern venues Venlo offers inspiring settings for conferences and events. The living lab environment of Brightlands Campus Greenport Venlo is a hotspot for researchers in healthy and sustainable plant-based nutrition. Here, tradition and entrepreneurship go hand in hand, supported by state-of-the-art agricultural research that drives innovation and collaboration. Venlo is a place where ideas grow and connections last.
Venues
Hotel-Restaurant Valuas
As a family-owned business with more than 45 years of history, Hotel-Restaurant Valuas offers a complete experience where gastronomy, accommodation, and its unique location along the River Meuse come together seamlessly.
This five-star boutique hotel features 14 rooms, a fine dining restaurant, and a brasserie, all led by chef-owner Eric Swaghoven. The terrace at Valuas offers guests a panoramic view over Venlo and the Maas, creating an inspiring setting for business gatherings.
Maaspoort Theatre
The Maaspoort Theatre in Venlo offers a versatile setting for conferences and events at an impressive location on the River Meuse. With three theatres, four foyers, four meeting rooms, a rooftop bar, restaurant and hotel, it provides space for gatherings of up to 3,500 people.
Bilderberg Hotel de Bovenste Molen
Hotel De Bovenste Molen offers the perfect setting for events in a natural and inspiring environment. Located in the forests, yet just minutes from Venlo’s city centre, the hotel is surrounded by 44 hectares of woodland with lakes. The venue features modern meeting rooms and comfortable guest rooms, all with forest views. Guests can enjoy regional hospitality and experience a unique outdoor barbecue.
Maashof Hotel
Maashof Hotel in Venlo is a conference venue where business meets nature. Surrounded by water features and forests, it offers modern meeting rooms for up to 200 guests. Conference delegates enjoy stylish hotel accommodation, wellness facilities, and inspiring outdoor terraces.
Van der Valk Hotel Venlo
Van der Valk Hotel Venlo combines modern comfort with spacious conference facilities. The hotel offers meeting rooms with space for up to 1,220 participants and a total event area of almost 1,900 square meters. Designed for flexibility, the venue can host anything from focused board meetings to large-scale business events.
Theater Hotel Venlo
A modern and vibrant hotel located in the heart of Venlo, directly connected to De Maaspoort Theatre. Combining contemporary comfort with hospitality and culture, the hotel offers stylish rooms, excellent facilities, and a lively atmosphere just steps away from shops, restaurants, and the river Meuse.
Bilderberg Château Holtmühle
Bilderberg Château Holtmühle is a unique four-star hotel set within a historic castle in the picturesque Meuse Valley, just outside Venlo. Combining the charm and romance of a centuries-old estate with modern comfort, the hotel offers elegant rooms, tranquil surroundings, and warm hospitality, creating a distinctive setting for both business and leisure stays.
Hotel Asteria
Hotel Asteria is a welcoming four-star hotel surrounded by nature and conveniently located near Venlo. Combining modern comfort with heart-felt hospitality, the hotel offers spacious rooms, versatile event facilities, and a restaurant serving regional cuisine. With its warm, personal service and peaceful setting, Hotel Asteria is an ideal choice for business guests.
Parkhotel Horst
Parkhotel Horst is a charming four-star hotel surrounded by the green countryside offering comfortable accommodation, modern meeting facilities, and warm hospitality. Ideally located near the motorway and within easy reach of Venlo and Brightlands Campus Greenport Venlo, the hotel provides a peaceful and easily accessible setting for conferences, meetings, and overnight stays.
Mr. Jigs
Mr. Jigs is a contemporary three-star boutique hotel located on the edge of Venlo's city centre, overlooking the picturesque Juliana Park. Offering stylish accommodation in a modern and welcoming atmosphere, the hotel is ideal for both business and leisure travellers. Just a short walk from Venlo railway station and with ample parking nearby, Mr. Jigs combines a central location with excellent accessibility, making it an excellent base for visitors exploring the city or attending events in the region.
Brightlands Campus Greenport Venlo
Brightlands Campus Greenport Venlo is a living lab environment for all your business events, large or small. Think of meetings, conferences, business dinners, cooking workshops and more. The campus can host events up to around 300 delegates. The rooms can be flexibly arranged to suit your needs.
High-Tech greenhouse for sustainable agrifood research
Centre for Healthy Eating & Food Innovation (HEFI)
Food Claims Centre
Get to know our local experts
Alie de Boer
Meet Alie de Boer, Associate Professor in Food Law and Policy at Maastricht University’s Food Claims Centre in Venlo. Learn how Alie connects science, society, and the food industry to shape the future of food - working from Maastricht University’s Campus in Venlo.
Pim Martens
Meet Pim Martens, Professor of Planetary Health and Dean of Maastricht University College, Campus Venlo.
Bart Vos
Bart Vos is Professor of Supply Chain Innovation at Maastricht University’s School of Business and Economics. He is Program Leader of the Master in Global Supply Chain Management & Change at Campus Venlo.