One of the eight districts of The Hague, Scheveningen is known for its beautiful views, amazing pier and the famous water sports that take place. During the summer months, this district becomes a beach resort wherein tourists from all across the world come to vacation. There is even a large stretch of the beach dedicated …
Ameland is both a municipality and a West Frisian Island. Located in on the northern coast of the Netherlands, this quaint island boasts a population of just 3,565. Ameland sits between Terschelling in the West and Schiermonnikoog in the East. There are four villages on Ameland and a small partial village: Buren – Buren is …
In the North Holland province sits the island of Texel. Texel is the absolute largest Frisian Island and over 13,000 residents call Texel home each year. This island is a total of 179 square miles in size with only 62 square miles of land. Texel consists of a total of 7 villages with a plethora …
Cadzand is a small Dutch town located in the Zeeland province and near the Belgium border. It is approximately 8km northwest of Oostburg and is considered a part of the Sluis municipality. Cadzand is perhaps most famous for its beach: Cadzand-Bad. Cadzand History Cadzand’s history dates back to the Middle Ages and was known as …
Vlieland is located in the northern area of the Netherlands and is only 121 square miles in size. Of these miles, less than 14 square miles consists of land. This small city is home to 1097 people and is known for its immense tourism that sees the city’s population swell during the summer months. History …
Zoutelande is a relatively new name for a city that has been occupied for centuries. With beautiful views and amazing attractions, Zoutelande is the ideal tourist destination and has seen its greatest prosperity thanks to the tourism industry. With a mere 1,500 inhabitants, this is a small city that is rather quiet during the cooler …
Terschelling is both a municipality and an island. Located in the northern Netherlands, this West Frisian island is one of the largest in the area. It features more than 70 km of biking paths and the De Noordvaarder natural reserve. The 400 year old De Brandaris lighthouse is also a major tourist attraction on the …
Nieuwegein is a city and also a municipality in the province of Utrecht. The provincial capital city of Utrecht, which is also called Utrecht, also borders Nieuwegein on it’s northern side. It is a new city and has a population of about 60,000 people. The other towns that border on to Nieuwegein are, Houten, IJsselstein …
Alphen aan den Rijn is a municipality and also a town in the west of Holland. it has a population of around 73,000 and stands on the banks of the “Old Rhine”. The town is situated in the picturesque “Green Heart” of the country. This is an area that is more sparsely covered with towns …
Roermond is a municipality and also a city in the south east of Holland in the province of Limburg. It is a historical city which sits, picturesquely on the banks of the Roer. The city has been an important trading center for hundreds of years. The town center has some lovely old buildings and the …