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Van Gogh Village Museum

Van Gogh Village Museum

Van Gogh Village Museum
4.5
Speciality MuseumsArt Museums
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Het Van Gogh Village Museum brengt het leven van Vincent Van Gogh in Nuenen in beeld en toont het belang van zijn Brabantse periode voor zijn hele werk. Bijzonder onderdeel van het museum is Vincents Lichtlab. Op een verrassende manier kun je hier zelf de effecten van licht en kleur onderzoeken. Ontdek Vincents wereld in Nuenen!
Duration: 1-2 hours
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  • Tanya D
    Plovdiv, Bulgaria23 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Discovering Van Gogh's World: A Personal Journey at the Van Gogh Village Museum
    Stepping into the Van Gogh Village Museum in Nuenen feels like entering a portal to Vincent van Gogh's world. Surrounded by his vibrant works and the quaint charm of Nuenen, I found myself deeply inspired by the artist's journey. Wandering through the museum, each painting and artifact offered a glimpse into Van Gogh's passionate soul and his profound connection to the village. From the rustic landscapes to the intimate portraits, every brushstroke seemed to echo with his emotions and experiences. What struck me the most was the sense of intimacy and authenticity that permeated the museum. It wasn't just about admiring Van Gogh's art from a distance; it was about immersing myself in his world, walking the same streets he once walked and seeing the same scenes that ignited his imagination. As I left the museum, I couldn't help but feel a renewed sense of creativity and wonder. Van Gogh's spirit seemed to linger in the air, inspiring me to see the beauty in the world around me with fresh eyes. The Van Gogh Village Museum in Nuenen isn't just a place to view art; it's a place to experience it, to connect with the artist on a deeply personal level. Whether you're a lifelong fan of Van Gogh or simply curious about his life and work, this museum offers an unforgettable journey that will stay with you long after you've left its doors.
    Visited April 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 27 April 2024
  • Getaway01895105918
    2 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very nice museum about the life of Vincent v. Gogh, not much about his work
    Very nice and friendly people in this museum. This museum is about the life of of Vincent v. Gogh. Very interesting but for me was it a little dissapointing because I hoped for more info about the art of Vincent v. Gogh. Why are those paintings worth so much money? Are there hidden messages in the paintings etc.
    Visited April 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 28 April 2024
  • Tieske
    Eindhoven, The Netherlands152 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Worth a visit!
    This museum is such a gem! We took our (German) relatives here and had a great time. The village is beautiful and the museum itself very interesting. It makes great use of interactive elements, film and the building itself to explore. Audio guides are available in many languages. We went on a Saturday and it wasn't overly busy either, a very relaxed atmosphere. We now know much more about the person Vincent van Gogh and his love for the local countryside. Will appreciate his style and work even more from now on.
    Visited August 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 19 August 2024
  • dese2
    Auburn, New York3,632 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Not to be missed
    I was very impressed with this museum. There is an entry fee. They have audio tour devices in many languages. They operate by holding near a QR code on each artwork. You then hear a description of what is being presented. In addition, to the Van Gogh items there are some other artists works also. Many interactive displays and much information in a small space. There is a snack area and restrooms. There is a gift shop. It is housed on multiple floors. I think there is an elevator but not sure it is for guests.
    Visited September 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 14 September 2024
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Gordon E
Brussels, Belgium469 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022
This little museum is interesting enough if you are Van Gogh fan, but certainly not worth making a huge effort to get to. The actual artefacts on exhibit are somewhat limited and many of the exhibits are things like a timeline of all the places he lived, a room set up kind of like a studio with facsimiles of paintings etc.

What makes it potentially interesting for people who love Van Gogh, though, is the audio guide. Throughout the museum are little icons where you can click and listen to audio. Some, such as the descriptions of where he lived, for how long, at what address etc. are pretty standard and somewhat dull. Others are fascinating, however. For example, in one area every icon you click on plays you quotes from people who apparently lived near him in Nuenen. It is essentially gossip, I suppose, but gives a fascinating window into Vincent Van Gogh, the man, and how he interacted with those around him.

In the garden is also a copy of 'The Potato Eaters', surrounded by some of the copies of some of the drawings he did while planning the painting - also quite interested as it gives you a little window on the way he worked.
Written 28 July 2022
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PerthGirl50
Perth, Australia157 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • Solo
I was so delighted to see the updated museum, but seriously can I have a refund? I paid 13 euros for this abomination. First you have to suffer an awful 20 min film that gives you no insight into the life of the artist, just a bunch of red headed people prancing through fields. Then there is an audio Guide that tells you what is already written on the wall. There's some creepy heads talking to van Gogh including his mother. They have made the lips move from her photo. Then there is a bunch of paintings by random artists, and a small hat display. No insight into his mind. They could have put some information up about what Vincent painted in Nuenen. I really hated it, but no point saying anything to the women there; not their fault. Absolutely awful, and they charge 13 euros.
Written 24 April 2023
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fmoreijn
Oud-Beijerland, The Netherlands3 330 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Couples
After having visited 'Amsterdam' van Gogh several times, he now also visited one of the smaller ones in Brabant, namely the one in his birthplace Nuenen. The museum looks really nice (I believe it has also recently been expanded/reopened). There is a large group of volunteers here to help you if possible. You will have seen it within 1 hour (or less), but being right there at the homes of his mother and former girlfriend makes it something extra.
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Written 8 November 2023
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Didlinger
Erligheim, Germany36 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2024 • Couples
The brilliant artist lived in the small town of Nuenen, where Vincent van Gogh's father was a pastor, for just two years, but this was considered to be his most productive period. The museum - located right in the middle of the town opposite the former rectory - does not offer visitors any original paintings, but it does convey the artist's life and work in a variety of ways. Multimedia presentations, films and animations create a captivating atmosphere and provide countless facts. The many exhibits from his time, such as painting utensils, but also everyday items such as clothing and furniture, clearly show why van Gogh's talent found plenty of inspiration here. The rural simplicity and harshness of peasant life fascinated the artist so much that some of his most expressive works were created here. A great museum that brings visitors very close to this enigmatic and brilliant person.
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Written 5 June 2024
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dese2
Auburn, NY3 632 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2024 • Couples
I was very impressed with this museum. There is an entry fee. They have audio tour devices in many languages. They operate by holding near a QR code on each artwork. You then hear a description of what is being presented.
In addition, to the Van Gogh items there are some other artists works also.
Many interactive displays and much information in a small space.
There is a snack area and restrooms. There is a gift shop. It is housed on multiple floors. I think there is an elevator but not sure it is for guests.
Written 14 September 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Tanya D
Plovdiv, Bulgaria23 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • Friends
Stepping into the Van Gogh Village Museum in Nuenen feels like entering a portal to Vincent van Gogh's world. Surrounded by his vibrant works and the quaint charm of Nuenen, I found myself deeply inspired by the artist's journey.

Wandering through the museum, each painting and artifact offered a glimpse into Van Gogh's passionate soul and his profound connection to the village. From the rustic landscapes to the intimate portraits, every brushstroke seemed to echo with his emotions and experiences.

What struck me the most was the sense of intimacy and authenticity that permeated the museum. It wasn't just about admiring Van Gogh's art from a distance; it was about immersing myself in his world, walking the same streets he once walked and seeing the same scenes that ignited his imagination.

As I left the museum, I couldn't help but feel a renewed sense of creativity and wonder. Van Gogh's spirit seemed to linger in the air, inspiring me to see the beauty in the world around me with fresh eyes.

The Van Gogh Village Museum in Nuenen isn't just a place to view art; it's a place to experience it, to connect with the artist on a deeply personal level. Whether you're a lifelong fan of Van Gogh or simply curious about his life and work, this museum offers an unforgettable journey that will stay with you long after you've left its doors.

Written 27 April 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

alwijntencate
Rijen, The Netherlands1 719 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Business
The museum, which was renovated in 2023, is really beautiful. By connecting paintings with real places in Nuenen in an active way, Vincent van Gogh really comes to life in Nuenen. It is beautiful how you look at the painting through a camera obscura with a water wheel, which slowly turns into a photo of the current water mill. It is fantastic that you can also sit in the setting of the potato eaters. And so on.
Google
Written 8 December 2023
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eentweedrie3
Delft, The Netherlands73 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Couples
This museum deals with the person of gogh, and not specifically the masterpieces. One detailed picture of what he was like in his time in brabant, and how he came to his choices. A refreshing walk through the life of a painter, without just getting paintings! Very interactive too!
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Written 23 August 2024
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Tieske
Eindhoven, The Netherlands152 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Friends
This museum is such a gem! We took our (German) relatives here and had a great time. The village is beautiful and the museum itself very interesting. It makes great use of interactive elements, film and the building itself to explore. Audio guides are available in many languages. We went on a Saturday and it wasn't overly busy either, a very relaxed atmosphere. We now know much more about the person Vincent van Gogh and his love for the local countryside. Will appreciate his style and work even more from now on.
Written 19 August 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Getaway01895105918
2 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • Friends
Very nice and friendly people in this museum. This museum is about the life of of Vincent v. Gogh. Very interesting but for me was it a little dissapointing because I hoped for more info about the art of Vincent v. Gogh. Why are those paintings worth so much money? Are there hidden messages in the paintings etc.
Written 28 April 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

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