In Helmond, you'll stumble upon some of the most beautiful artworks. Art is readily available on the streets, whether you're actively searching for it or not. It's a very accessible and cost-effective way to be amazed by the work of the greatest talents in street art. More and more stunning murals are being added, making it worth taking an extra loop around the city.
Each mural is based on a story from Helmond. Most of these murals are located around the center, on prominent and historic sites.
Street art route
The 3-kilometer Street Art Route takes you through the heart of Helmond, showcasing an array of surprising and vibrant artworks located at unique spots throughout the city center. This route offers a delightful way to delve deeper into Helmond's history and culture, as each mural is inspired by a different aspect of the city's past.
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Street art beyond the city center
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Heistraat
Heistraat
In Heistraat, you'll find iconic Helmond buildings immortalized on the walls. These murals feature the distinctive pole houses and the old water tower. However, the buildings where these murals are painted are slated for demolition, so it's uncertain how long they will remain for you to admire.
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The Cheerful Baker
The Cheerful Baker
On the corner of Beelsstraat and Hemelrijksestraat, you'll come across a cheerful baker. The meaning is simple: there used to be a bakery here. Fortunately, they decided to keep the mural.
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Awareness
Awareness
Not in the city center, but definitely worth a visit, is the stunning artwork by Astraki Strikes from Cyprus. You’ll find it on Jan Stevensstraat (Leonardusbuurt). The colorful mural, titled Awareness, is inspired by this vibrant neighborhood. It tells the story of the area's diverse cultural community. The artist drew inspiration from the front gardens of local residents. The mural reflects the colors, sky, birds, and leaves of the trees seen in the neighborhood.
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Molenstraat
Molenstraat
The mural featuring an owl can be seen from Molenstraat. However, if you visit when the school is open, you can admire it up close. The mural was created by Rotterdam-based artist Eelco van den Berg.