travel & stay
getting tomaren-kessel.
In the south of the Netherlands, close to 's-Hertogenbosch. Easy by car, and within reach of three international airports.
the venue
hippisch expertise centrum.
One venue, one big whole: the stands are built right around the arenas, so the horses are always at the centre. Demo, stand, paddock — all a few steps apart.
Pastoor Roesweg 45
5398 HZ Maren-Kessel
The Netherlands
Friday 8 & Saturday 9 October 2027
how to get here
car, plane or train.
by car
Maren-Kessel is easy to reach via the Dutch motorway network, close to 's-Hertogenbosch. Use the address above in your navigation.
- Large car park right at the venue — buy your parking ticket in advance; on-site costs more
- Satnav suggests the Maas ferry? Ignore it — stay south of the river
- Arrive early on friday — doors open in the morning
by plane
Three airports within reach. Rent a car or take the train + taxi from there.
- Eindhoven Airport (EIN) — the closest, about 40 minutes by car
- Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) — the big international hub, roughly 1.5 hours by car
- Düsseldorf (DUS) — handy from Germany, roughly 2 hours by car
by train
Take the train to 's-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch) or Oss — both work. Direct intercity trains run from Schiphol and Eindhoven to Den Bosch; from either station it's a short taxi ride to the venue.
- Taxi from Oss station: about 14 minutes
- Taxi from Den Bosch station: about 25 minutes
- Travelling together? Share a taxi — you pay per car, not per person
- No ticket needed: tap in with your bank card or phone
Travel times are indications and depend on traffic.
where to stay
staying over? good plan.
Friday and saturday each have their own programme, and friday evening is for networking — so make a weekend of it. These are the places we recommend, all on the right side of the river.
heads up: the maas river.
Don't trust your satnav blindly. Maren-Kessel is on the south side of the Maas, and some places that look close on a map are across the river — reachable only by a small ferry that doesn't run at night. Every place on this list is on the right side. No surprises.
maren-kessel
walking distanceRoll out of bed and you're in the arena.hotel · 17 rooms · restaurant
Hotel Brasserie Oud Maren
The only hotel in the village, breakfast included. Book this one first — it sells out every year.
b&b · 6 rooms
B&B Kessels Heerlijkheid
Luxury suites with infrared sauna and jacuzzi. Yes, in Maren-Kessel.
luxury b&b · 1–4 guests
B&B BellaRose
Private entrance, kitchen and terrace. Your own little hideout.
b&b
B&B Villa Vada
b&b
B&B 't Wild
b&b
B&B het Leeuwenhofje
b&b
B&B Aan de Marense Dijk
lith & lithoijen
8–10 min by carQuiet countryside along the Maas.holiday park · chalets & lodges
Maaspark De Lithse Ham
Chalets on the Maas with pool, marina and restaurant.
historic coach house
Koetshuisje De Wieger
Sleep in a coach house on the Maas dike.
b&b
Bed en Bedford
wellness b&b
B&B Berg Wellness
Recover from two days in the arena.
b&b
B&B Zeebosch
oss, nuland & geffen
11–14 min by carThe nearest town: real hotels, real restaurants.4-star hotel · restaurant · spa
Hotel De Naaldhof
Hidden in the woods. Fine dining, sauna, fitness.
hotel · restaurant
Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Oss
Modern, comfortable, free parking.
boutique hotel
Boutique Hotel Cordial
Design rooms in the centre of Oss.
hotel · city centre
City Hotel Oss
Near the station. Fitness, bar, restaurant.
luxury b&b · jacuzzi & sauna
B&B De Haen
Private apartments in a villa.
b&b
B&B De Bedden van Oss
b&b · town centre
B&B 't Hofhuys
Feels like staying at a friend's place.
hotel · restaurant · free parking
Van der Valk Hotel Nuland – 's-Hertogenbosch
Big, reliable, right off the motorway.
b&b
B&B Papenhoef
rosmalen, oijen & the wider region
16–21 min by carMore choice, still close.hotel · 86 rooms · restaurant
Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant 's-Hertogenbosch
On the Rosmalense Plas, near Den Bosch city centre.
b&b · 9 rooms
Villa Berk en Heide
Modern comfort in nature, free bikes and private parking.
b&b
B&B In ons straatje
castle
Het Kasteel van Oijen
Yes, a castle. How's that for a SaddleSummit story?
holiday park · cottages
Vakantiepark Zevenbergen
Low-key and affordable.
b&b
B&B Logeren bij onsz
Our own selection, no partner deals (yet). Book directly with the accommodation.
practical tips
come prepared.
plan for both days
Friday ≠ saturday. If you're travelling far, two days — and the evening in between — are worth it.
dress for the arena
It's an arena in october, and the temperature inside matches the temperature outside. Dress warm, wear layers and comfortable shoes.
bring your questions
And your business cards. Brands are there to talk shop — the nerdier the better.
professionals only
Entrance is exclusively for professionals: saddle fitters, saddle makers, brands, dealers and tack shops. Your ticket is your entry.
stay in the loop
maren-kessel is small. book early.
- No partner hotels or deals yet — we're working on it
- A shuttle: we're looking into it
- The places within walking distance go first
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