Discover Holland in every season

Frequently Asked Questions

• When is the best time to visit the Netherlands?

  The Netherlands has something to offer in every season.
  - The country is flowering in spring, when stunning tulip fields in every color of the rainbow can be admired in the flower-bulb region. The sun also makes a more frequent appearance, making a holiday on the Dutch coast an excellent proposition.
  - Summer in the Netherlands means lots of fun at the beach, water sports, cycling, cultural outings, and many summer festivals.
  - Fall, too, is a beautiful season and some parts of the Netherlands are even more attractive in fall, making National Parks like the Veluwe and Zuid Kennemerland well worth exploring. The coast is very photogenic in fall, too, with stunning cloud formations and endless beaches.
  - Winter in the Netherlands means ice-skating on the best rinks, fantastic Christmas markets, and the traditional cozy ambiance for which the Netherlands is famous. Visiting a light festival such as Glow Eindhoven or Gouda by Candlelight makes the dark winter days even more pleasant.

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• Where are the tulip fields located?

  Tulip fields are found in the bulb region near the Keukenhof, in the Noordoostpolder and in the province of Noord-Holland.

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• What is the weather like in Holland?

  The weather in the Netherlands depends on the season. In general, the weather is moderate. Read more about the weather in the Netherlands.

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• What kind of clothing should I take with me?

  The Netherlands has a temperate maritime climate. In winter, not too cold, not too warm in summer. More about the weather in the Netherlands.

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• When can you ice skate in Holland?

  Skating on natural ice is only possible in winter, as long as it has frozen for a number of days. Ice skating on an artificial ice rink is possible in several cities during winter.

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