Birdwatching in the Netherlands
A paradise for bird enthusiasts.
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General information
Welcome to the Netherlands. Offbeat and open-minded. A country full of beautiful nature, vibrant cities and cozy villages. A country where everyone is welcome and feels at home.
If you think of the Netherlands, flowers, windmills, and wooden shoes come to mind – but it has so much more to offer! Enjoy the bracing wind with a beach walk along the Dutch coast or a cycling tour of the Veluwe. Experience the welcoming hospitality of North Brabant and Limburg, the authentic charm of our Hanseatic cities and the Achterhoek in eastern Holland, and the freedom of the provinces of Friesland and Groningen with their wide horizons. Discover how the Dutch battle against the water in Flevoland, our newest province, and immerse yourself in Dutch culture in the modern metropolises, historic cities, and picturesque villages in the west of the Netherlands.
And best of all, you do not have to choose because all this and much more is within a two-hour travel distance.
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Experiences from this destination
Historical travel itineraries in Europe
Explore Europe’s legendary past.
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Creative Europe: heritage routes
Where stories and landscapes meet…
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The Wadden Sea
Why the detour from big cities leads to a huge travel upgrade.
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Hike in the Netherlands
See more on long-distance walks.
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Experiencing Eindhoven like a local
A design lover’s guide.
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Things to do
Venices of the North
Venice is arguably the most romantic place in the world. With serene rivers and canals winding through the city, there are unforgettable sights at every turn. But it’s not the only romantic city in Europe. Get to know the European cities that claim to be the “Venice of the North” by browsing through this gallery.
European Heritage Sites
European Heritage Sites include archives, monuments, archeological sites, and places of seminal cultural or political value, from the classic age to the present. Since the label’s inception in 2013, thirty-eight sites have been designated, bringing passages in Europe’s history to the foreground to honor, celebrate, and remember who built Europe, how, and why. They are lessons from the past to guide the future of Europe.
Go offbeat for more adventure
This year, swap hotspots for hidden gems in Europe.
Beyond Merry-Go-Rounds
Push your limits at Europe’s most exhilarating and unusual theme parks!
Coffee & cycling in the Netherlands
Combine these favorites at Lola Bikes & Coffee.
Winter Wonderland Netherlands
Christmas markets, lights, ice skating and more.
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