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Welcome to the Netherlands - A small country that’s big on culture and nature

The Netherlands: where age-old charm meets modern creativity. Admire masterpieces in our museums, stroll through historic streets and discover iconic design. Each city, from Rotterdam to Arnhem, offers a different facet of the country. Take your time, sample the culture and experience how relaxing a city escape or a stay in the middle of Dutch nature can be.

Dish from Phood Kitchen Eindhoven
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A culinary journey through the Netherlands

Dutch cuisine never stands still. Get to know the country’s dynamic food scene.

Two ladies on their raft from Flotten in the meadow near Waterland
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Slow travel: ultimate leisure

Slow down and discover the real Netherlands with this ultimate guide to slow travel.

People looking at paintings in Mauritshuis Den Haag
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Museums in the Netherlands

Discover the wide range of museums and galleries to visit on your trip to the Netherlands

From architectural heritage to circular construction

Innovative Dutch architecture

The Netherlands combines past and future in its innovative architecture.

More about architecture

Like a local
Explore our cities like a true local

Explore our cities like a true local

The Modekwartier district in Arnhem
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Arnhem

It’s the perfect combination of city and nature

From fashion and design, great shopping and cultural hotspots to fantastic restaurants and lush green spaces, Arnhem has it all.

Top tips for Arnhem
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Leiden

City of Discoveries

Leiden is rich in history, monuments, and canals. Explore this city full of stories and hidden gems!

More information about Leiden
Fries Museum Leewarden
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Leeuwarden

A European Capital of Culture

The small city in the north that packs a big cultural punch.

More information about Leeuwarden
City scenic from Deventer with the Lubinius church
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Deventer

Hanseatic city full of history, shops & galleries

What makes the historical Hanseatic city of Deventer so unique and surprising?

Read more about Deventer
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Den Bosch

Home of the good life

Why Den Bosch is the ideal weekend destination.

More information about Den Bosch
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Let’s go outside!

Let’s go outside!

Put on your coat and feel how the Netherlands comes alive in autumn. Stroll through forests of golden leaves, wander along charming canals and warm up in cosy cafés. When visiting outside of peak season, you’ll discover cities and nature at a more leisurely pace, with more space to enjoy local hospitality and the unique charm of the most beautiful season.

Cycling in the Utrecht region in autumn
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Couple cycling in summer through Witte de Withstraat Rotterdam
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Summer in the Netherlands? Read on!

Couple on cycling vacation through the Netherlands
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Plan a multi-day cycling holiday

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The Netherlands in 7 stories

The Netherlands in 7 stories

Woman views painting The endangered swan at Rijksmuseum. Painted by Dutch artist Jan Asselijn ca. 1650

Dutch Masters

The windmills of Kinderdijk in the light of morning glory with a sunrise.

Dutch heritage

Aquaduct Veluwemeer, aerial view from the drone. A sailboat sails through the aqueduct on the lake above the highway.

Water in the Netherlands

Cyclist through the forest in autumn colors with reflection in the water

Nature in the Netherlands

Couple bike along the Lauwersmeer

Cycling in the Netherlands

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New Dutch

Red tulip field in Flevoland

Blooming Netherlands

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Travel sustainably

Travel sustainably

Train in autumn
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Did you know: The train is a great way to explore the Netherlands. You’ll be guaranteed to have the wind at your back! Read more

Michelin Green Star Restaurants

Find all Dutch restaurants that have a Michelin Green Star for their sustainable practices.

Feel good with sustainable fashion

These Dutch fashion shops, designers and cutting-edge initiatives make for sustainable shopping

The Netherlands is EV-friendly

The Netherlands is extremely EV-friendly and makes it easy to explore the country by electric car.

Go hiking to discover the Netherlands

Read all about the best hikes, the biggest walking event in the world and relaxing overnight stays.