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Neighborhood Directory

Nijmegen, Gelderland, Netherlands

Overview

A source-backed directory of neighborhoods in Nijmegen, drawn from Overture Maps and OpenStreetMap data.

Source-backed neighborhood directory

Only mapped neighborhoods are highlighted — blank areas may not have coverage yet.

Aldenhof

quarter OSM

Altrade

Student and residential OSM

Altrade is mostly residential with a scattering of offices. Many streets are lined with mid-rise apartment blocks and small shops, drawing students and young professionals.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Low-rise apartmentsLocal groceriesQuick tram access

Benedenstad

quarter OSM

Biezen

Suburban family area OSM

Biezen is mostly residential, with a mix of low-rise apartment blocks and family homes. Local shops and schools are nearby, and green spaces break up the streets.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Children's playgroundsSupermarket clustersLocal primary schoolsPocket parks

Bijsterhuizen

Business parks OSM

Bijsterhuizen is an industrial area mainly focused on businesses and logistics. Few residential properties exist, limiting everyday amenities and nightlife.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Major warehousesLogistics companiesEasy highway access

Bottendaal

Laid-back residential OSM

Bottendaal is a Nijmegen neighborhood known for its mix of old industrial buildings and residential streets. Locals appreciate the area's relaxed pace and strong community feel.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Converted factory venuesIndependent cafésCommunity park

Brakkenstein

quarter OSM

De Boomgaard

Suburban family zone Overture

De Boomgaard is a quiet residential area with mostly family homes and small apartment blocks. Local shops and parks support day-to-day needs and outdoor activity.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Multiple playgroundsLocal supermarketsSmall-scale residential streets

De Elten

Quiet border suburb Overture

De Elten, located near the German-Dutch border, is mostly residential with some local shops. The area sees a mix of German and Dutch influences and has easy access to regional parks.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Proximity to borderLocal shopsAccess to parks

De Kamp

quarter OSM

De Stelt

neighborhood Overture

De Waaijer

neighbourhood OSM

Dorp Lent

neighborhood Overture

Galgenveld

Student and residential OSM

Galgenveld is a residential area in Nijmegen with a mix of student housing and family homes. It sits near the university and has easy transit links.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Close to Radboud UniversityModern apartment blocksBus accessLocal supermarkets

Goffert

Suburban with sports focus OSM

Goffert is known for its large park area and the stadium used by professional football club NEC Nijmegen. Residential streets are mostly quiet and family-oriented.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
GoffertparkNEC Nijmegen stadiumFamily housing

Groenewoud

Student-friendly suburb OSM

Groenewoud is a quiet residential area close to Radboud University, with many apartments and some family houses. The streets are lined with trees, and student life mixes with longtime residents.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Radboud University nearbyTree-lined streetsMix of students and families

Grootstal

Quiet suburb OSM

Grootstal is a residential area in Nijmegen with large apartment blocks and family houses. There are several parks and local shops, mostly serving longtime residents.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Shopping stripCommunity parksSchools

Grote Boel

Modern suburban living Overture

Grote Boel is a newer residential area mostly made up of modern houses and apartment blocks, with local shops and playgrounds. Streets are wide and quiet, drawing families and young couples.

Cost
$$
Safety
5/5
Recent constructionFamily-friendlyLocal supermarketGreen spaces

Hatert

quarter OSM

Hatertse Hei

quarter OSM

Haven- en industrieterrein

quarter OSM

Hazenkamp

quarter OSM

Hees

quarter OSM

Heijendaal

quarter OSM

Hengstdal

Suburban residential OSM

Hengstdal is mostly residential with some small local shops and green spaces. The area is quiet, with families making up much of the population.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local playgroundsSmall grocery storesTree-lined streets

Heseveld

quarter OSM

Het Nijland

Suburban residential Overture

Het Nijland is a quiet residential area with mostly single-family homes. The streets are lined with greenery and local traffic is light.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Green spacesLocal schoolsFamily housing

Hof van Holland

neighborhood Overture

Hoge Bongerd

neighborhood Overture

Hunnerberg

quarter OSM

Kerkenbos

quarter OSM

Koudenhoek

neighborhood Overture

Kwakkenberg

Suburban residential OSM

Kwakkenberg is a quiet residential area in Nijmegen known for large detached houses and lots of greenery. It draws families and professionals seeking privacy and easy access to the city center.

Cost
$$$$
Safety
5/5
Tree-lined streetsSpacious villasNear universityLow traffic

Laauwik

Suburban residential Overture

Laauwik is a residential neighborhood in Lent, known for modern housing and easy access via public transit. The area mostly attracts families and young professionals.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Newer apartment complexesClose to stations Lent and NijmegenLocal playgrounds

Lankforst

quarter OSM

Lent

Suburban expansion OSM

Lent sits just north of Nijmegen, with new housing developments and growing public facilities. The area balances family-friendly streets with easy access to the river and city center.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Modern housingGood cycling routesNear Waal riverLocal schools

Lentse veld

Suburban family zone Overture

Lentse veld is a new residential area in the northern part of Nijmegen with modern housing. Most streets are quiet, and families are common.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Recent constructionPlaygroundsClose to Lent city parkBike routes to city center

Lentsewaard

Suburban residential Overture

Lentsewaard is a quiet residential area north of Nijmegen, mainly made up of modern housing blocks and some green spaces. It has limited local shops and few amenities within walking distance.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Newer housingNear riverSmall parks

Lotwaard

Quiet residential Overture

Lotwaard is a residential neighborhood with mostly mid-century apartment blocks and some row houses. Services are basic and spots for groceries and basic shopping are scattered.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Mid-century apartmentsScattered supermarketsLocal bus routes

Malvert

quarter OSM

Meijhorst

quarter OSM

Neerbosch-Oost

quarter OSM

Neerbosch-West

microhood Overture

Nije Veld

quarter OSM

Nijmegen

Student city OSM

Nijmegen is a mid-sized Dutch city known for its university and historic town center. The area has a relaxed feel with lots of green spaces and a strong student influence.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Radboud UniversityWaalkade riverfrontRoman ruinsHunnerpark

Oosterhout

Quiet suburban town OSM

Oosterhout is a small town in Noord-Brabant known for its local industry and residential communities. Many residents commute to nearby Breda for work and services.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local manufacturingResidential streetsProximity to Breda

Ooyse Schependom

quarter OSM

Ossenwaard

neighborhood Overture

Pelseland

neighborhood Overture

Ressen

quarter OSM

Sint Anna

quarter OSM

Staddijk

quarter OSM

Stadscentrum

Downtown commercial OSM

Stadscentrum is Eindhoven's main commercial and administrative district with offices, chain stores, and apartments lining its busy streets. Most city events and public transport start here.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Shopping districtMajor transit hubCity hallConcert venues

't Acker

Suburban family area OSM

't Acker is a quiet residential neighborhood with mostly single-family homes. It offers easy access to local parks and basic amenities.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local parksPrimary schoolsConvenience stores

't Broek

Suburban residential OSM

't Broek is a low-density residential area known for its detached homes and quiet streets. Most amenities are found in nearby neighborhoods.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Single-family housesQuiet streetsProximity to schools

Tolhuis

quarter OSM

Veur Lent

Modern riverside living Overture

Veur Lent is a newly developed residential neighborhood on an island in the Waal River. It features modern apartments, family homes, and green spaces near Nijmegen's city center.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Pedestrian river bridgesRecent housing developmentsParks and playgrounds

Visveld

neighborhood Overture

Vogelzang

Quiet residential OSM

Vogelzang is mostly residential with a mix of older apartment blocks and local shops. It sits close to Antwerp's main railway station and offers decent access to public transport.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Proximity to Antwerp stationLocal grocery storesOlder apartment complexes

Vossenpels

neighborhood Overture

Waayenstein

neighborhood Overture

Weezenhof

Suburban residential OSM

Weezenhof is a quiet residential area in the south of Nijmegen with low-rise housing and lots of greenery. Families and seniors make up most of the population.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Large parksLocal shopping centerPlaygroundsGood bus connections

Westkanaaldijk

quarter OSM

Woenderskamp

neighborhood Overture

Wolfskuil

Quiet residential area OSM

Wolfskuil is a mostly residential neighborhood northwest of central Nijmegen. It offers a mix of postwar apartment blocks and single-family homes, with several local shops and schools.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Postwar architectureLocal shoppingCommunity schools

Zuiderveld

neighborhood Overture

Zwanenveld

Quiet residential OSM

Zwanenveld is a residential area in Nijmegen with a mix of apartments and family homes. It has its own shopping center and a train station connecting to the city center.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Zwanenveld Shopping CenterNijmegen Dukenburg train stationLocal schools

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Sources: Overture Maps | OpenStreetMap

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