Bovendonk
Highlights
- Location and surroundingsWooded area & City center
- Capacity1-500 persons
- Atmosphere and appearanceRural & Romantic
- 15 spaces
About the venue
Bovendonk (Hoeven): historical location for meetings, events and congresses
Bovendonk is a national monument in Hoeven (North Brabant) and a versatile location for meetings, congresses, dinners and events for up to 325 people. The building was designed by architect Pierre Cuypers and dates back to the 19th century, with historical elements going back to 1282.
The location is easily accessible by car and public transport and has free parking and charging points for electric cars.
Bovendonk is suitable for:
- Meetings and board meetings
- Multi-day events and training
- Corporate events and customer days
- Dinners, drinks and staff parties
- Networking events with breakout rooms and plenary program
Meetings at Bovendonk
Bovendonk has several meeting rooms with a historical appearance and modern facilities.
- Library – classic, inspiring space with a historical look
- Uythof Hall – characteristic hall with visible wooden roof beams
- Congress Chapel – large, impressive plenary space for presentations
- Various smaller rooms for break-outs and workshops
All rooms are equipped for business meetings with modern AV facilities.
Events, parties and dinners
Bovendonk offers various options for events:
- Brasserie & Staff Room – suitable for drinks and intimate dinners
- Refectorium & Seminar Room – suitable for larger groups and parties
- Chapel – large event space for 100+ guests
- Indoor Garden – outdoor space for networking drinks, food courts and live music
Bovendonk is ideal for events with multiple components:
- Plenary sessions in the chapel
- Workshops in breakout rooms
- Networking in the indoor garden
The location is suitable for complete day programs and multi-day events.
History and architecture
Bovendonk is a national monument designed by Pierre Cuypers, also known for the Rijksmuseum and Amsterdam Central Station.
Features of the building:
- Neo-Gothic architecture
- Historical gabled roofs and corridors
- Originally built as a priest training center
- Part of a “small city” design
The surrounding park with old oaks and avenues offers space for breaks and outdoor activities.
Capacity and facilities
- Up to 325 guests
- Several breakout rooms for parallel sessions
- Free parking
- Charging stations for electric cars
- Catering from drinks to dinner
- Indoor and outdoor spaces
Why Bovendonk?
Bovendonk combines:
- Historical appearance
- Modern business facilities
- Flexible spaces for events
- Central location in West Brabant
- Suitable for small and large groups
