Valuas

The story

Valuas Venlo – Modern French Fine Dining & Boutique Hotel by the Maas

A Fine Dining Restaurant on the Maas

Valuas is a fine dining restaurant and boutique hotel in Venlo, set directly on the banks of the Maas river in North Limburg. The kitchen, led by chef Eric Swaghoven, focuses on Modern French cuisine that combines classic craftsmanship with contemporary techniques. The team brings worldly influences to the table while reviving forgotten traditions, always starting with quality ingredients sourced as locally as possible.

The restaurant has earned a place in the Michelin guide, a recognition that reflects the consistency and ambition of the cooking. Guests come not only from the Venlo region but also from across the Euregio, including Germany and Belgium.

The Dining Experience

The restaurant offers a setting for both lunch and dinner, with views over the Maas. For a more relaxed visit, Brasserie La Vie serves as a daytime ‘living room’ for coffee with homemade pastries or an informal lunch. The brasserie is a casual alternative to the gastronomic main restaurant, yet still rooted in the same commitment to pure, well-prepared food.

Chef Eric Swaghoven

Chef Eric Swaghoven, an SVH Master Chef, published his cookbook Asparagus in 2024, a practical culinary handbook that has become a bestseller. His approach to Modern French cuisine is both grounded and inventive, and his team presents dishes that are refined without unnecessary complexity. Whether dining in the restaurant or the brasserie, guests experience a dedication to hospitality and flavour that defines Valuas.