Explore Viersen – ideas for a day out from Nettetal
Art, a woodland walk or an evening event: choose your visit to Viersen around your interests and the current programme. Zum Schänzchen is in Nettetal, so include travel to your chosen destination and back in your plans.
Galerie im Park and the sculpture collection
Galerie im Park is at Rathauspark 1, 41747 Viersen, beside the sculpture park. A walk among the artworks can be combined with a visit to an exhibition.
The gallery’s regular visiting hours apply while an exhibition is running. Check the current programme and opening arrangements for your chosen day first. The official visitor page brings together the address, exhibitions and hours.
Süchtelner Höhen and the historic town centre
The Süchtelner Höhenrunde is a 5.2-kilometre circular woodland walk passing the Irmgardiskapelle chapel and the wildlife enclosure. The operator rates it as moderately difficult, with uphill and downhill sections.
It starts at the Sportpark Süchtelner Höhen car park, Hindenburgstraße 101, 41749 Viersen. Use the official map to follow the route. A stroll through Süchteln’s historic centre is a separate addition and is not included in the stated circuit distance.
Dülken: Alter Markt and Narrenmühle
Combine a stroll around Dülken’s Alter Markt with a visit to the Narrenmühle at Ernst-Hellmund-Platz 11, 41751 Viersen-Dülken. Its museum explores the local Narrenakademie and its traditions.
The mill is not a museum with daily opening. The operator lists regular visits on Sundays from May to September, from 11 am to noon, with other visits by arrangement. Check the current arrangements before travelling.
An evening of culture at the Festhalle
The Festhalle at Hermann-Hülser-Platz 1, 41747 Viersen, hosts concerts, theatre and other events. The city’s VIERFALT cultural programme lists dates and venues. When choosing an event, check that it is actually taking place at the Festhalle.
Plan the event and your return journey together, especially if you are travelling to Viersen without a car. Check transport options for the actual venue and the expected finishing time.
Visit Viersen and stay in Nettetal
Zum Schänzchen is at Am Schänzchen 5 in Nettetal, outside Viersen itself. Use the exact addresses of both the hotel and your destination when planning your travel. Nettetal’s lakes and paths offer ideas for another day out.
Choose from single, double and family rooms for your stay. The room overview gives details and rates for each type, and you can send a stay enquiry using the contact form.
