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Where is Nijmegen, Netherlands?

Written and Fact-checked by | Updated On: March 21, 2026 12:15 ET

Nijmegen is a city in the Netherlands, located in the province of Gelderland in the eastern part of the country. It lies near the German border along the Waal River, about 90 km (56 miles) southeast of Amsterdam, with Arnhem to the north and Kleve (Germany) to the east.

Location Map of Nijmegen, Netherlands

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Where is Nijmegen Located?

Nijmegen is a city in the Netherlands, located in the province of Gelderland in the eastern part of the country. It lies near the German border along the Waal River, about 90 km (56 miles) southeast of Amsterdam, with Arnhem to the north and Kleve (Germany) to the east.

The city covers an area of approximately 57.63 sq km (22.25 sq mi) and has a population of around 180,000 people based on recent estimates.

Nijmegen is known for its long history and riverside setting, with key attractions including Valkhof Park, Stevenskerk, Waalbrug, muZIEum, Goffertpark, and the historic city center.

Nijmegen, Netherlands Facts

CategoryDetails
City NameNijmegen
CountryNetherlands
ProvinceGelderland
RegionEastern Netherlands
EstablishedRoman origins (city rights in 1230)
Population~180,000
Total Area57.53 sq km (22.21 sq mi)
Population Density~3,100 people per sq km
Coordinates51.8420° N, 5.8520° E
Time ZoneCentral European Time (CET, UTC+1) / Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2)
Postal Codes6500–6546
Area Code+31 24
Major WaterwaysWaal River (Rhine branch)
TransportationMajor rail hub; Nijmegen railway station connects to Dutch and German cities
Famous ForOldest city in the Netherlands, Radboud University, cultural festivals
Top AttractionsValkhof Park, Stevenskerk, Waalbrug Bridge, Africa Museum (nearby)
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Distance from Nijmegen to Major Cities in the Netherlands

  • Nijmegen to Amsterdam – 125 km (78 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Utrecht – 90 km (56 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Haarlem – 135 km (84 miles)
  • Nijmegen to The Hague – 130 km (81 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Rotterdam – 125 km (78 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Leiden – 120 km (75 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Delft – 130 km (81 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Eindhoven – 70 km (43 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Tilburg – 85 km (53 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Breda – 95 km (59 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Groningen – 195 km (121 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Zwolle – 95 km (59 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Arnhem – 20 km (12 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Maastricht – 130 km (81 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Almere – 115 km (71 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Amersfoort – 95 km (59 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Apeldoorn – 75 km (47 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Enschede – 110 km (68 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Dordrecht – 125 km (78 miles)
  • Nijmegen to Leeuwarden – 185 km (115 miles)

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