Welcome to Nuenen, a hidden tech pilot gem in the Netherlands, nestled right next to Eindhoven—the birthplace of global leaders ASML and Philips. Within just 10 kilometers, you’ll find several high-tech campuses, a top technical university, and an international airport and train station, making it the ideal home base for innovators like you.
Tech is in Our DNA
- Future-ready seniors who embrace technology with enthusiasm
- Top educational and research institutions right in our backyard
- Accessible funding opportunities in the Brainport Eindhoven Region
In 2004, Nuenen made history by pioneering the world’s first Fiber to the Home network. Today, 75% of homes actively use this network—the highest adoption rate in the Netherlands. Our town of 25,000 people, over half of whom are seniors, has been fully connected since 2005. Here, our elderly community doesn’t just use technology—they thrive with it.
Our residents are true pioneers, always ahead of their time. We’re eager to host tech pilots that enhance independent living and keep our community vibrant. Welcome to our charming village, where Vincent van Gogh once lived and drew inspiration. Now, it’s your turn to bring your innovative ideas to life here, with the “elderly of the future” ready to engage.
State-of-the-Art Connectivity
Built on a robust fiber optic backbone, Nuenen offers fast network, and Innovative video infrastructure network, and a state of the art lightning-fast Free WiFi network across the town center and surrounding areas.
Our infrastructure, managed by Coöperatie OnsNet Nuenen in collaboration with KPN (the Netherlands’ leading telecommunications provider), guarantees reliability and performance.
With over 20 years of experience using high-speed networks, our residents are genuinely tech-savvy. The average age of our community is around 65, making Nuenen the perfect place to test and refine products and services designed for seniors.
At the Heart of Brainport Eindhoven
Nuenen is located in the Brainport Eindhoven region, known as the “Home of Pioneers.” We’re part of a dynamic ecosystem dedicated to technological advancement, with access to world-class institutions like Eindhoven University of Technology, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, and Summa. Leading innovation hubs—High Tech Campus, Brainport Industries Campus, and Automotive Campus—are all within reach.
Your Ideal Pilot Location
Nuenen offers a unique environment to trial your products and services for an older, engaged audience. If you’re interested in leveraging our network, infrastructure, and community for your pilot, we invite you to reach out.
Contact us today for more information—we’ll be in touch promptly to explore how we can support your innovative project.ands.