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Holidays to The Netherlands
Find your holiday to The Netherlands
Find your holiday to The Netherlands
Explore The Netherlands with Co-op Travel
The Netherlands offers some unique sights, from colourful tulip fields and the windmills of Kinderdijk to the canals of Amsterdam and Utrecht, and the Cube Houses in Rotterdam. The rich cultural heritage of The Netherlands means tourists are spoilt for choice when it comes to art galleries and museums, from the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum to The Mauritshuis.
But it’s also a country to enjoy the beautiful landscapes, relax on sandy beaches or enjoy the romance of a canal cruise.
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The best holidays to take in The Netherlands
1. City breaks
Whether you’re visiting the Van Gogh Museum or the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, taking in the stunning architecture in the historic old harbour and the Cube Houses in Rotterdam, or you want to relax on the sandy shores of Scheveningen Beach in The Hague, The Netherlands has a city break to suit everyone’s tastes.
Overview of The Netherlands
The Netherlands is often cited as a prosperous and progressive nation, known for its high standard of living, embracing social welfare policies and modernisation. The 17th century is often referred to as the Dutch Golden Age, during which time the Netherlands emerged as a major world power. Dutch painters like Rembrandt and Vermeer produced iconic works of art during this period. Bach and Beethoven also came from The Netherlands.
The Dutch take great pride in their cultural festivals and traditions, with events such as King’s Day, Sinterklaas and Carnival being celebrated throughout the country.
With a temperate maritime climate, The Netherlands tends to have mild summers as well as relatively mild winters, especially when compared to other European countries. Summers are warm with temperatures that range from 17 to 20°C (63–68°F), though you may see the odd heatwave. Temperatures gradually decline from 17°C (63°F) in September to around 10°C (50°F) in November. There’s also a much higher chance of rainfall and unpredictable weather. Winter temperatures tend to stay between 2 and 6°C (36–43°F), though they may occasionally fall below freezing and there is the chance of light rainfall. Spring brings a gradual warming of temperatures from around 8°C (46°F) in March to 13°C (55°F) in May.
ny time is a good time to visit The Netherlands, but each season offers unique experiences:
- To see the world-famous tulip fields in full bloom, plan your visit in spring. It’s also the best time to visit the Keukenhof gardens.
- Summer offers plenty of options for every traveller’s tastes. From city breaks and cultural festivals to outdoor activity holidays and beach resorts, summer is a fabulous time to visit The Netherlands.
- If you’d prefer to avoid the crowds while sightseeing or love autumn foliage, then autumn is the season for you. With cooling temperatures it’s still a good time for adventure, and is also a great time for a cycling holiday.
- The Netherlands doesn’t experience harsh winters so visitors during the winter period can take in the festive treats that Christmas markets, indoor cultural festivals and Christmas shopping can offer without getting too cold.
What to eat
Dutch food is known for being comforting and uncomplicated, using the best produce available locally. One example of this is stamppot, a traditional dish made with mashed potatoes and vegetables.
A particularly iconic element of Dutch cuisine is dairy food, especially cheese. Another local delicacy is herring, often enjoyed raw with pickles and onions. For those with a sweet tooth don’t miss stroopwaffles, which are thin waffle cookies with caramel syrup.
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