<p>On this page you will find special stories, the best tips and inspiration about the vibrant city of Breda. From innovative entrepreneurs to lists of the best things to do on your holiday. You will always find something here that inspires you.</p>

As the 'creative facilitator' for the creative business park STEK (Havenkwartier Breda), Bonny Hubers van Assenraad mainly has a connecting role. Between STEK and the city, the schools, and external entrepreneurs. "Everyone should know what STEK stands for, because this place is much more than just a few creative entrepreneurs together."

First of all: what is it like to work in Breda?
"I originally come from a village where I knew everyone. And actually, it still feels like that in Breda. Personally, but also professionally. You get to know people so quickly here. People from Breda are very open - and always up for new ideas and collaborations. This city has embraced me, that's how it feels.

STEK: Local, Circular and Social

Saskia van Rijn (32) is the community manager at the Triple O Campus in Breda: the breeding ground for the creative industry and applied technology, where almost 90 companies now call home. After her first encounter with Breda, Saskia says she was 'hooked'. "I knew: I have to work in this city.

Saskia van Rijn at Triple O Campus

When we talk about circularity, we must definitely mention the sustainable beams from PlaSTiEK Breda. But what are beams and where do they come from? Jilles Verspoor from PlaSTiEK explains: "Beams are small beams made from waste plastic. Plastic is a wonderful product with a long lifespan, as long as you use it sustainably.

PlaSTiEK Breda

Pier15 has quickly become an essential place in Breda. This skatepark is located in the raw Havenkwartier of Breda and is a paradise for every skateboarder in the area, attracting numerous visitors from all over the world. Every year, skateboarders from around the globe come to Pier15, making it a valuable place for Breda's skate culture. But this place stands for so much more. Let's have a chat with Jeroen van Eggermond (creator) and Rinse Staal (operational manager) of Pier15.

Pier15 brings limitless moves

In a city with so much gaming talent, the opportunities are abundant. René Otto felt that it was time to seize them with both hands. With Breda Game City, he aims to put Breda on the international video game map, as a significant home base for gaming talent. “By contributing to the development of game studios in the city, we hope to retain the talent here,” René explains. “And also to attract other gaming companies here.”

Breda Game City: René Otto speaks

Whether you are technically inclined or not, everyone who enters the Breda Robotics field lab immediately sees: the future is being made here. In this 'smart industry testbed', education, businesses, and government collaborate on robotic solutions for various sectors. From healthcare to construction. "We need each other in this field so badly," explains communication manager Margot van Es. "With Breda Robotics, we show how to organise this connection cleverly.

Margot van Es on Breda Robotics

Arthur Nijhuis (38) is the initiator and general manager of B’WISE, a REWIN initiative that boosts startups in West Brabant. B’WISE offers substantive support, a strong network, help with funding, and: a cool workplace in the centre of Breda. "In addition to like-minded people, within this INCUBATOR you will also find the support that you desperately need in those first critical years.

Arthur Nijhuis about startup-booster B'WISE

Are you spending a weekend or a day in Breda? Then it's extra fun to explore the historic city centre on Sunday morning, when the city slowly wakes up. Do you live in Breda? Give these tips a try as well. You won't regret it.

Sunday Morning in Breda

Want to go for a run in Breda? Well, then you are in luck. Breda has multiple good running spots for you to explore!

Running in Breda

Are you planning to pay a visit to Breda? Then keep this list at hand, because these are the things you'll want to see and do in Breda. How many can you tick off?

The ultimate bucket list in Breda

Fourth-year student Daisy Kleinendorst knows one thing for sure: after graduating from St. Joost School of Art & Design, she will fully focus on her own business. “My dream is to write and illustrate a children's book.”

Breda talent: Daisy Kleinendorst

You might see them in Breda: cadets from the Royal Military Academy marching through the city centre. But what does the training at the KMA look like, and what happens behind the gates?

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