Tourism in the Netherlands

Nestled between Germany to the east and Belgium to the south, the country of Western Europe is widely recognized for its countless tulips, typical windmills, various cheeses, or its ubiquitous bicycles and coffee-shops legendary.

The level of ground sometimes reaches nearly seven meters below sea level, the highest in Europe, this gave the state the right way from the Netherlands.


North Sea forming a pretty rocking a navy lace, which can be best explored in summer by renting boats on the spot archipelago. Southern and Northern Holland then the two most popular provinces, the rest of the country is currently relatively little visited. The scenery, tranquility and nature are contrasted with soft drugs, the red light district and an active and varied culture. But the Netherlands beyond their stereotypes and offer visitors a picturesque stay discovery. The Dutch all speak fluent English and are gifted in foreign languages​​, communication with local is so easy. Do not forget the East which is very pretty (Betuwe) and also the province of Groningen and lakes (Heeg, Sneek). 

You will enjoy staying in the Netherlands for their natural beauty, culture and developed the charming towns where typical Dutch landscapes mingle with the land and sea are often marked by polders and dikes. Regarding the cities, Amsterdam, the capital brick facades, full of art galleries, museums, beautiful green areas, tangled canals and historic places (eg. Dam Square). 

A trip through the famous red light district and its windows is also a necessary step. On sunny days, people are accustomed to frequent the well-appointed Amsterdam breathes and more parks. Through the network of cycle paths, the city is flooded with bikes that contribute to its unique charm. Nearby, is the flower town of Lisse and Keukenhof, stunningly beautiful in the springtime tulips (the park is open from March to May). There is nowhere else so many colors and fragrances. 

Famous for its open and dynamic cultural life spirit, the country has been appreciated by intellectuals from all eras, including the philosopher Erasmus. Very different from the capital, his hometown, Rotterdam, is today a real tribute to modern urbanism. It remains to see The Hague and Maastricht that rely on convention tourism through international criminal justice courses. Starting at Nijmegen in July means to get involved in the huge market where nearly 30,000 walkers, and the city is celebrating for a week. 

The Netherlands can be visited all year round thanks to its temperate oceanic climate; summers are relatively cool and winters quite marked. In the spring, between March and May for its impressive flower fields. 
In summer to explore the coastline and scattered, each telling a new story islands. 

In winter and autumn, pleasant and intimate walks are possible, tourists are not too many. 

Visit one of the many hotels in the Netherlands and admire the canals, houses with gable front (like in Amsterdam) and the famous windmills. 

Countries without prejudice where social tolerance reigns legislation is permissive towards cannabis and soft drugs, same-sex marriages are possible and electron evenings invade cathedrals ...