Introduction

Holland or The Netherlands is a country that is known for canals, mills, tulips, cozy Amsterdam and much more. These are all sights that make the trip unforgettable, and in addition there are beautiful beaches, fine provincial towns and modern architecture.

Amsterdam is famous for its canals and many bridges, which you sail under one of the popular canal tours. The town is also home to churches, houseboats and of course the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum, where you can enjoy the works of several of the country's great masters.

Close to Amsterdam you can visit the city of Rotterdam with one of the world's major ports. The city stands as an exciting contrast to the capital with interesting modern architecture and a special atmosphere in a mix of new and old buildings.

The Netherlands is also synonymous with beautiful landscapes with flower fields, characteristic mills, Frisian islands and nice walks in the forests, on the beach and through rolling hills in parts of the country. And everything is within a short driving distance.

Biggest cities
  • Amsterdam: 855,896
  • Rotterdam: 638,751
  • The Hague: 531,935
  • Utrecht: 347,526
  • Eindhoven: 229,184
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Holidays
  • January 1: New Year's Day
  • Date varies: Good Friday
  • Date varies: Easter Day
  • April 27 (April 26, if 27 is Sunday): King's birthday
  • Date varies: Ascension Day
  • Date varies: Pentecost
  • December 25: Christmas Day
  • December 26: Boxing Day
  • December 31: New Year's Eve
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Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

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Practical info
  • Official Name: The Netherlands
  • Capital: Amsterdam
  • National anthem: Wilhelmus
  • Language: Dutch
  • Population (2019): 17,302,139
  • Primary Religion: Christianity
  • Currency: Euro (EUR)
  • Drives in: Right side
  • Domain: .nl
  • Telephone code: +31
  • Time Zone: UTC + 1
  • Power and plugs: 230 V / 50 Hz, plug type C, F
Geography
  • Area: 41,513 km² / 16,028 sq mi
  • Highest point: Vaalserberg 323 m / 1,060 feet
  • Longest river: the Rhine 1.236 km / 768 mi
  • Largest lake: IJsselmeer 1,100 km² / 425 sq mi
  • Largest island: Flevopolder 970 km² / 375 sq mi
  • Boundaries: North:  North Sea. South:  Belgium. East:  Germany. West:  North Sea.
Celebrities
  • Jan van Eyck: Art painter, 1395-1441
  • Adrian VI: Pope, 1459-1523
  • Erasmus: Theologian, Philosopher, 1466-1536
  • Willem Barentsz: Explorer, 1550-1597
  • Hendrick de Keyser: Architect, 1565-1621
  • Frans Hals: Art painter, 1580-1666
  • Abel Tasman: Explorers, 1603-1659
  • Rembrandt van Rijn: Art painter, 1606-1669
  • Peter Stuyvesant: Governor-General, 1612-1672
  • Johannes Vermeer: Art painter, 1632-1675
  • The Flying Dutchman: Ghost Ship, 17th Century
  • William I: King, 1772-1843
  • Vincent van Gogh: Art painter, 1853-1890
  • Mata Hari: Spy, 1876-1917
  • Wilhelmina: Queen, 1880-1962
  • Fanny Blankers-Koen: Athlete, 1918-2004
  • Rutger Hauer: Actor, 1944-2019
  • Johann Cruyff: Football Player, 1947-2016
  • Pim Fortuyn: Politician, 1948-2002
  • Louis van Gaal: Football coach, 1951-
  • Alex van Halen: Drummer, 1953-
  • Eddie van Halen: Guitarist, 1955-
  • Geert Wilders: Politician, 1963-
  • Famke Janssen: Actor, 1965-
  • William Alexander: King, 1967-
  • Richard Krajicek: Tennis Player, 1971-
  • Robin van Persie: Football Player, 1983-
  • Arjen Robben: Football Player, 1984-