Netherlands info

The Netherlands (or Holland) lies in coastal lowland on the edge of Europe. Much of the land is below sea level, and the Dutch are famous for their reclaimed land. One polder, De Beemster dating back from the 17th century, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is a country with a close link to the water. The Netherlands lies at the mouths of three major European rivers: the Rhine, Maas or Meuse, and Schelde. The country is also criss-crossed with canals and dykes, and the beach is never far away. There are more than 40 seaside resorts along the coast, ranging from family holiday centres to fashionable, trendy retreats. Even the three largest cities in the country, Amsterdam, Rotterdam and The Hague, are situated along the coast. Holland is a country with an intriguing mix of progressive thinking and old, traditional values. This is a densely populated country with many cities. Many feature impressive architecture that hints at the glory days of the Dutch East India Company. The Dutch are also known for their famously tolerant attitude, and Amsterdam epitomises these earthly delights still frowned on by most other nations of the world.

Regions in Netherlands

Drenthe


Drenthe is a province of the Netherlands, located in the north-east of the country. The capital city is Assen. It is bordered by Overijssel to the sou... READ MORE

Flevoland


The province has approximately 370,000 inhabitants (2005) and consists of 6 municipalities. After a flood in 1916, it was decided that the Zuiderzee,... READ MORE

Friesland


Friesland is mainly an agricultural province. The famous black and white Friesian cattle and the well known black Friesian horse originated here. Tour... READ MORE

Frisia


Frisia is the traditional homeland of the Frisians, a Germanic people who speak Frisian, a language group closely related to the English language. Fri... READ MORE

Gelderland


The current province of Gelderland covers about the area of three of the quarters of the historical Duchy of Guelders. Guelders was a county in the la... READ MORE

Netherlands Regions


North Holland


Situated on the North Sea, North Holland is a province in the northwest part of the Netherlands. The provincial capital is Haarlem and its largest cit... READ MORE

North Sea


The North Sea is a marginal, epeiric sea of the Atlantic Ocean on the European continental shelf. It is more than 600 miles (970 km) long and 350 mile... READ MORE

Overijssel


Overijssel is a province of the Netherlands in the central eastern part of the country.... READ MORE

South Holland


Situated on the North Sea in the western part of the Netherlands. South Holland is a province and the provincial capital is The Hague and its largest ... READ MORE

Utrecht


Utrecht is the smallest province of the Netherlands in terms of area, and is located in the centre of the country.... READ MORE

Vlissingen


Its capital is Middelburg. Its population is about 380,000 and its area is about 2930 km², of which almost 1140 km² is water. Large parts of... READ MORE

Zeeland


The province, located in the south-west of the country, consists of a number of islands (hence its name, meaning "sea-land") and a strip bordering Bel... READ MORE

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Featured Businesses

  • The Waterfront

    Located in Vlissingen, Walcheren, Zeeland, Netherlands

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  • Claus Park Collection2017-11-12

    Located in Hoofddorp, Haarlemmermeer, North Holland, Netherlands

    Claus Park CollectionClaus Park Collection in Hoofddorp, Netherlands, is a unique and multi-functional events venue and is home to venues that include The Courtyard Hotel, Papa's Beach House and of course, Claus Bowling,that offers fun ten pin bowling for family and friends. The Courtyard Hotel onsite in our venue offers comfortable accommodation, 5 conference rooms, banquet rooms, honeymoon accommodation, restaurant, bar and more. Papa's Beach House, with a beach location, has a restaurant and terraces overlooking the ocean, and offers event space for meetings and private events and an idyllic, romantic setting for beautiful weddings. All in all, Claus Park Collection is the perfect venue that will perfectly suit all occasions and events.READ MORE

  • Ambassade Conference2009-10-13

    Located in Amsterdam, Randstad, North Holland, Netherlands

    Ambassade ConferenceAmbassade Conference in Amsterdam offers an attractive, stylish environment for conducting conferences and business meetings. Meeting rooms at Ambassade Conference are decorated in antique style, and our professional staff are always on hand to assist you as efficiently as possible, ensuring your requirements are met. Ambassade Conference offers a free WIFI internet connection, and a flip chart and white board are included as standard equipment. READ MORE

  • De Hemelse Vrede2017-08-04

    Located in Cadzand, Sluis, Zeeland, Netherlands

    De Hemelse VredeDe Hemelse Vrede in Cadzand, Netherlands is a 3-star hotel, bed and breakfast, restaurant and cafe with five rooms in three different price ranges all equipped with TV, WIFI, hair dryer, sink, shower and toilet and a delicious breakfast is included in the rate. The Cafe Restaurant offers delicious and tasty healthy lunch dishes based on organic, regional products and they welcome all diets including vegetarians, the cafe also serves wonderful dressed coffees with heavenly home made apple pie and other delectable choices. De Hemelse Vrede translate as Heavenly Peace also features an intimate terrace for relaxing and enjoying coffee and a snack, plus they can cater to business workshops and birthday celebrations and more, come for a memorable stay just 1km from the cleanest beach in the Netherelands.READ MORE

  • The Gevangentoren

    Located in Vlissingen, Walcheren, Zeeland, Netherlands

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  • Hotel Zuiderduin2009-10-21

    Located in Egmond aan Zee, Bergen, North Holland, Netherlands

    Hotel ZuiderduinEnjoy the beach, the sea, the various facilities and of course the comfortable hotel rooms, apartments and suites at Hotel Zuiderduin in Egmond Aan Zee. Hotel Zuiderduin have loads of possibilities only 100 meters from the beach in Egmond Aan Zee. READ MORE

  • Pension Maaike

    Located in Noordwijk aan Zee, South Holland, South Holland , Netherlands

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  • Motel t Groentje

    Located in Domburg, Walcheren, Zeeland, Netherlands

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  • Golden Tulip Rotterdam-Centre

    Located in Rotterdam, South Holland, South Holland , Netherlands

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  • Sandy Hill beach café

    Located in Zandvoort, Zandvoort, North Holland, Netherlands

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