Green City Walk through Breda - Explore Green Breda
(5.5 km)
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Meet unique and sustainable entrepreneurs through this route. All these hotspots try to raise awareness and initiate a positive movement in their own way. From packaging-free shopping to waste-free catering concepts where you can eat delicious vegan food. This route also leads you along the beautiful green spots Breda has to offer. A route past entrepreneurs making an impact, go explore now.
Feel free to discover the hotspots on this route in your own order and pace. The route runs from the city centre to Oranje Zuid, which also makes it easy to divide it into two.
Explore Green Breda
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- #1 Bloesem Vintage
Willemstraat 21
At Bloesem, the love for vintage clothing is big. Not surprising, because vintage is striking, unique and has less negative impact on the earth. Vintage is of high quality and affordable. Bloesem sells clothing based on the latest trends, but then vintage! - #2 Valkenbergpark
J.F. Kennedylaan
Valkenberg Park is a lovely green oasis in the middle of Breda’s city centre. Originally only for residents of the Breda Castle, it is now a fine open meeting place. Settle down on a bench along the pond, spread out your picnic blanket on the lawn or enjoy a yoga class amidst the greenery! - #3 Elemental Eco
Boschstraat 66
At Elemental Eco, your journey to a cleaner and brighter future starts. You can do packaging-free shopping there and buy zero-waste lifestyle products and organic vegetables from the area. Luara, the owner of Elemental Eco will help you live more environmentally friendly. - #4 Willem Merkxtuin
Willem Merkxtuin 26
The Willem Merkxtuin is a hidden green hotspot in Breda. In this courtyard you can enjoy peace, art and a special view of the Grote Kerk and the backside of the romantic houses of the Catharinastraat. It is also a great place to listen to the carillon of the Grote Kerk that chime at 11:00 AM on market days (Tuesdays and Fridays). - #5 The Green Submarine
Sint Annastraat 13
Monique's shop screams with love for plants. Monique helps you on your journey of greening your home and choosing the right plants. She also gives advice on care so that you can enjoy your new friends for a lifetime. Enter The Green Submarine and be inspired. - #6 J’adore Vintage
Sint Annastraat 8
Suus from J'adore Vintage goes on a weekly hunt for vintage gems for her shop. Usually this is fashion from the 70's, 80's and 90's which she mainly scores in Belgium and France. For Suus each item is unique and has its own story. - #7 Vintage Pop Up Store
Kasteelplein 1
Decorating your home with design items? You don't have to buy new stuff to do that. The Vintage Pop Up Store is full of mid-century design and accessories. Do you love that too? Then don't wait too long, because the name Pop Up Store says it all: the sale in this shop is only temporary. - #8 Sunshine
Lange Brugstraat 47
Sunshine makes a difference with its no-waste policy, as they simply refuse to throw away food and try to process everything. Ingredients are almost all sourced locally and the colorful décor is 90% recycled. The menu is also special, with a colorful mix of dishes from all over the world. - #9 Zeezicht
Ridderstraat 1
At Zeezicht, they avoid food waste. They actively work with local farmers and don’t make a big deal of serving vegetarian and vegan meals. That is Zeezicht’s way of working and they've been doing this for almost thirty years. - #10 Reiger en de Raaf
Halstraat 16
Reiger en de Raaf is not just any other toy store. Everything sold here scores high in quality; the toys are beautiful, sustainable and educational. The toys you buy here really do last for generations. - #11 Parels
Houtmarktpassage 33
Parels is the 'treasure chamber' of thrift stores and a place where people actively work towards a world without waste. - #12 Wilhelminapark
Paul Windhausenweg 9
Wilhelmina Park dates back to the late 19th century. The designer (Leonard Springer) was commissioned to incorporate the moats into the design. This explains the 'winding shape' of the ponds. In 1894, the park was completed and because of the visit of the then 14-year-old Queen Wilhelmina, it was named after her. - #13 STILLEVEN
Ginnekenweg 26
Stilleven provides breakfast, lunch, fresh home-baked cakes and of course the famous High Tea, consisting of two courses and unlimited tea. Everything here is made from local and organic products as much as possible. You'll also find antiques and bric-a-brac at Stilleven. Used and lived in, things with a story. - #14 Ins and Outs
Ginnekenweg 41
Looking for designer and branded clothes without loosing your wallet? Chances are, Ins and Outs is heaven on earth for you! Because here you can find your favourite items second-hand. You can also hand in your own clothes! - #15 Mastbos
Duivelsbruglaan
On the south side of Breda, you will find the Mastbos. This man-made forest was planted over 500 years ago by Hendrik III of Nassau. It is the oldest ‘production forest’ of the Netherlands. It is a beautifully varied area with stately beech avenues, beautiful fens, vast heathlands and dark coniferous forests. - #16 PureLou
Wilhelminastraat 18
PureLou is the Eco-Friendly (curly) hairdresser that understands you to the tip of your curl. Only products that are good for the environment, contain no harmful substances and are not tested on animals are used and sold here. Be sure to check out the concept store with clothing, home accessories and eco-friendly personal care products. - #17 LOYA
Wilhelminastraat 31
At LOYA, you will find hip and sustainable lifestyle products. All sustainable brands are brought together here. Be it women's or men's clothing, trainers, interior accessories or personal care products. It is the place for beautiful and fair items. - #18 Emily’s Healthy Bar
Nieuwe Ginnekenstraat 24c
At Emily's Healthy Bar, healthy food and drinks are the only thing that is being served. A true healthy hotspot with the tastiest juices, smoothies, healthy snacks and a delicious cup of coffee.
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