Discover GoodMood

Breda has so much more to offer than just your studies. During GoodMood, you'll explore the city, try new activities, and meet people who can make your student years even more enjoyable. Along the way, you'll discover places where you can stay active, relax, get creative, or find support when you need it.

On this page, you'll find locations where GoodMood activities take place, as well as other places in Breda that every student should know about.

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39Graden

Location: Podium Bloos, Crogtdijk 54, Breda


39Graden is a stage for young talent. Here you can explore your talents and skills. It offers you an entrance into (performing) art.
Sports

Beest Boulders Breda

Location: Zoete Inval 6a, Breda


Beest Boulders Breda is the largest bouldering gym in the Benelux, offering over 3600 m² of climbing space. With a weekly reset of part of the walls, there's always something new to challenge you. After bouldering, relax by the fireplace or on the terrace with a meal or drink.
Culture

Belcrum Bios

Location: Podium Bloos, Speelhuislaan 153, Breda


Belcrum Bios, an initiative by Chassé Cinema and Podium Bloos, is the perfect place to sink into a couch with a beer in hand and enjoy a great film — from (modern) classics to hidden gems. Every other Tuesday evening, Podium Bloos transforms into the cosiest film café in Brabant, where you can catch movies you missed in theatres, want to see again, or that have never been shown in the Netherlands before.
Culture

Blind Walls Gallery

Location: Bekijk de locaties op de website


Blind Walls Gallery is the street museum of Breda, featuring over 140 murals that tell the stories of the city.
Meeting peopleSports

Boulderhal Bruut

Location: Spinveld 66 A1, Breda


Bouldering is a spectacular form of climbing where you tackle coloured routes up to 4.5 metres high — a mix of strength, technique, and balance, all without ropes. At Boulderhal Bruut in Breda, you’ll find over 180 boulders for all levels, with new routes added every week, plus a cosy café to relax and unwind after your climb.
Sports

Breda Actief

Location: Pastoor van Spaandonkstraat 31, Breda


Are you looking for a sport that truly suits you, but not sure where to start? Breda Actief is happy to help you find your way.
Clubs & Games

Breda Guardians

Location: Monseigneur Hopmansstraat 2, 4817 JS, Breda | HIVE (Frontier room 0.032)


Breda Guardians is the e-sports community of Breda and its surroundings. From LAN parties and workshops to large-scale tournaments, they offer the perfect link between casual gaming and e-sports. In the HIVE, their dedicated e-sports space, gamers and semi-professionals come together to train, play, and win.
Sports

Bress

Location: Nieuwe Inslag 66, Breda


Discover the BRESS Sportcenter – the ultimate spot for enthusiastic students who want to stay active, relax, and meet new people. Enjoy unlimited fitness access, energetic group classes, a wide range of indoor and outdoor sports, cozy study areas, a lively sports bar, and monthly (sports) events that make your student life unforgettable – all starting from €10 per month!
Meeting people

Buddy to Buddy

Location: Christiaan Huygensstraat 52, Breda


Buddy to Buddy connects Breda citizens to refugees. Meet new people, and discover what happens when you step outside your bubble.
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Bühne Breda

Location: Sint Janstraat 11, Breda


Culinary delights with a touch of culture.
Culture

Chassé Theater

Location: Claudius Prinsenlaan 8, Breda


At Chassé, you can enjoy theatre, film and Vensters'. Even better: on the day of the performance, students get 50% off almost all theatre shows if there are still seats available. Just bring your CJP card, school ID or student ID.
Culture

Clublokaal

Location: Kloosterlaan 138, Breda


Clublokaal is the creative meeting place where artists come together and share contemporary art with a wide audience. An inspiring hub for new ideas, collaboration, and unexpected encounters. Every Friday, Clublokaal transforms into Cafélokaal.
Sports

Dance Nation Breda

Location: Slingerweg 93, Breda


At Dance Nation Breda, it’s all about fun, challenge, and good vibes – whether you’re a beginner or already have some experience. Under the guidance of Simone Hagen, you’ll take energetic dance classes in styles like hip-hop, dancehall, and Broadway jazz that will push your limits and boost your confidence.
Food

De Rooi Pannen Lunch, Dinner & Take Away Food

Location: De Rooi Pannen, Fellenoordstraat 93, Breda


At De Rooi Pannen, you’ll be warmly welcomed by students who, in restaurant Pierre Durand, create and serve ever-changing concepts and small dishes of their own design – priced between €5 and €10. For a tasty and affordable lunch, visit Brasserie Reduit, where Tourism & Recreation students prepare delicious sandwiches and hot dishes for just €4.50 per meal.
Meeting people

ESN Breda


International students, look up the community of ESN Breda. ESN Breda was founded in 2016 and has been growing as an international student organisation ever since. Their goal is to help international students integrate with the city of Breda and its local culture as best as possible.
Culture

Filmhuis Botanique

Location: Keizerstraat 19F, Breda


Filmhuis Botanique is the place to enjoy truly great films—those that deserve to be on the big screen but haven't yet reached Breda. You'll find nostalgic classics as well as works from fresh film talent, offering stories that introduce new cultures and leave a lasting impression. Afterward, continue the conversation in the film café, where you can enjoy coffee, drinks, lunch, or a delicious dinner, whether you’ve seen a film or not.
Culture

Grote Kerk

Location: Kerkplein 2, Breda


The Grote Kerk Breda has been a house of stories for 750 years. A place of connection, imagination, and renewal. Step inside and discover the monumental interior, the grand tombs, the medieval wall paintings, and much more.
Clubs & GamesCulture

HolyMoly

Location: Torenstraat 17, Breda


Ready to shake off the troubles of the world and have a good laugh? In Breda's first comedy club, comedians - both big and small - take the stage. It’s always a surprise who you’ll see, so get ready to be amazed!
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HOST. Breda

Location: Belgieplein 6, Breda


Host. is an international student group that wants to connect new international students and young adults. Even though they are a Christian group, they are excited to welcome people with all different views on life.
Clubs & GamesCultureMeeting people

House of Wax - F.I.G.H.T


House of Wax and their F.I.G.H.T. group is frequently asked to play at historical- and fantasy events. Do you like reenactment groups?
Green & Sustainable

IVN Mark & Donge

Location: bezoek aanbod via de website


IVN Mark & Donge helps people of all ages experience how fun, healthy, and important nature is. They organize guided nature walks and offer courses. IVN Mark & Donge is active in the beautiful and unique nature surrounding Breda.
Meeting people

Leonies Paradijstuin

Location: Langveld 5, Breda - Behind the parking lot of football club PCP. See Google Maps.


Leonie’s Paradise Garden is a special edible garden where you can fully enjoy the outdoors and connect with nature. Beyond wandering through the greenery, you can join workshops, cook together over an open fire, relax in a hammock, and simply enjoy being together.
DIY

Makersbase | Nieuwe Veste

Location: Nieuwe Veste, Molenstraat 6, Breda


De Makersbase is Breda’s creative workspace, located in Nieuwe Veste, where you can freely experiment with modern tools like 3D printers, a laser cutter, and a vinyl plotter, while exploring techniques such as design, programming, and media creation. You can tinker with electronics, meet other makers, and learn new skills – just drop by during opening hours and work under the guidance of a professional.
Culture

MEZZ

Location: Keizerstraat 101, Breda


MEZZ is the stage for live pop music and dance in Breda. MEZZ is open, engaged, curious and explorative. Let's MEZZ things up
Meeting people

MOOIWERK


Doing something good makes you feel good! Interested in volunteering in Breda? Find something that matches your interests and talents – there’s always a role that suits you.
Clubs & GamesCulture

NAC Museum

Location: Stadionstraat 5, Breda


You truly get to know NAC in the NAC Museum, where the treasured artifacts of Breda's football pride are on display. Here, anecdotes and relics hold more value than trophies. A once-empty space under section G is transformed into a room that tells the extraordinary story of NAC's history.
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Nieuwe Veste

Location: Molenstraat 6, Breda


The place to to read, study, meat and have a coffee or lunch.
Food

ONS Restaurant

Location: Evert Spoorwaterstraat 41, Breda


In the neighborhood restaurant of ONS in Geeren-Zuid it is good to stay! Every working day it is possible to have lunch and dinner in ONS Restaurant. On these days, lunch is served between noon and 3 PM.
Sports

Paaldansstudio & Dance Centre

Location: Reigerstraat 22, Breda


Paaldansstudio & Dance Centre is the place to be for pole dancing, dance classes, workshops, entertainment, and so much more. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced, here you’ll train your strength, flexibility, and confidence in a fun and motivating atmosphere – and discover just how enjoyable moving can be.
Green & Sustainable

Parels

Location: Houtmarktpassage 33, Breda


At Parels you can find the most beautiful secondhand treasures. This circular thrift store, located in the heart of Breda, offers a wide and ever-changing selection. Every day, new gems are delivered by Vindingrijk Kringloopwarenhuis, making it a perfect spot to discover something unique!
Clubs & GamesDIY

Phoenix Poppodium

Location: Belcrumweg 60, Breda


Poppodium Phoenix is a vibrant musical hotspot in Breda that will inspire and surprise you – whether you’re stepping onto the stage yourself or just there to enjoy the music. From concerts and events to fully equipped rehearsal rooms, a professional recording studio, courses, and international projects – at Phoenix, creativity and music are always in full swing.
Meeting peopleSports

Pier15

Location: Veilingkade 12, Breda


Pier15® is a paradise for every skateboarder. With one of the most beautiful skate parks in Europe and an outdoor bowl, every skateboarder can go wild here. But that's where our story begins, because skateboard culture stands for so much more.
DIY

Printmaking studio RAAF

Location: Belcrumweg 19, Breda


With a passion for traditional printmaking techniques, the volunteers at RAAF are eager to help you explore the world of graphic art and printmaking. The workshop is fully equipped for screen printing, etching, and relief printing up to A2 size, and regularly hosts workshops where you can get hands-on with techniques such as screen printing, drypoint, bookbinding, and linocut.
Sports

Push Padel

Location: Nieuwe Inslag 97, Breda


Padel, with around 5 million players in Spain, has been incredibly popular for years and is now rapidly growing in the Netherlands. Even if you're not a member of Padel@Push, you can rent a court. Lessons are taught by Carlos Azcune and are suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced players and competitors, for both young and old.
Sports

Schaatsbaan Breda

Location: Terheijdenseweg 506, Breda


The Ice Rink in Breda has been attracting enthusiastic and sporty visitors for years. With a spacious 30x60 meter ice floor and a 400-meter track, there’s room for everyone. Whether you want to enjoy a relaxed skate as a recreational skater or push yourself to beat your personal record: grab your skates and hit the ice!
Mindfulness

Sense

Location: GGD West-Brabant, Doornboslaan 225-227, Breda


At Sense you can ask all your questions related to sexuality, relationships or contraception. Everything can be discussed, such as pain during sex, erection problems, setting boundaries. You can chat, call, email or make a personal appointment near you!
Sports

Snap Fitness Breda

Location: Tramsingel 23 - A16


The club that feels like your second home. As a member, you literally have the key to your own gym in Breda and are welcome 24/7. Your membership is all-inclusive: unlimited fitness, small group training, live and virtual classes, coffee, tea and sports drinks, plus relaxation on the hydromassage bed with soothing warm water massage.
Culture

Stedelijk Museum Breda

Location: Boschstraat 22, Breda


Right in the city center, you’ll experience how history and contemporary art come together. From the legacy of the Nassaus to today’s surprising exhibitions.
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STEK

Location: Veilingkade 9a, Breda


In the Breda district of Belcrum, you will find studios, shops, workshops, galleries and office units on the STEK site. All buildings are temporary, flexible and mobile. There is a communal canteen with kitchen, flexible workplaces and a city bus for meetings, presentations and brainstorming sessions.
Clubs & Games

Vier Hoog Breda

Location: Bavelseparklaan 12, Breda


At Vier Hoog Breda, you’ll find everything for a perfect day out – from bowling and laser tag to shuffleboard, escape rooms, and delicious table grilling, all under one roof.
Sports

Yogasite

Location: Dr. Struyckenstraat 165, Breda


Yogasite is an international space for Yoga but did you know you can sit down to study here or have a nice lunch as well? Yogasite teaches based on the principles of Pralaya Yoga. This type of yoga was created by Robert Boustany and it's based on the idea that balancing your joints will create an optimal flow of energy through your body.
Sports

You are the Buddha

Location: Station Breda (gelegen binnen in het station, naast Starbucks), Gravinnen van Nassauboulevard 37, Breda


Would you like to become more flexible and stronger, find more peace of mind, or simply try yoga for the first time? At You are the Buddha, you can join approachable yoga classes without any fuss – focused on healthy movement and mindful breathing.