Roosendaal is a dynamic city located in the North Brabant province of the Netherlands, recognized as the largest municipality within the Roosendaal area. Its strategic position along the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp railway line has established Roosendaal as a significant international logistics hub, making it the last Dutch station before the Belgian border. With the Beneluxtrein stopping here since 1957, the city has been an essential transit point for travelers heading to Brussels and beyond. The city boasts a rich history dating back to the 13th century, when it was merely a collection of hamlets. The establishment of a chapel in 1268 marked the beginning of its growth, with the name Roosendaal first appearing in historical documents. Over the centuries, Roosendaal evolved into a thriving town with a bustling port, facilitating trade and transportation via its waterways, particularly during the peak of peat extraction in the 16th and 17th centuries.