Island hopping in the Netherlands
Did you know that you can go island hopping in the Netherlands? From May to September all 5 Dutch islands of the Wadden Sea...
Almshouses in Haarlem
Did you know that Haarlem is famous for its many charming 'hofjes'? These are almshouses set around a central courtyard build by the rich,...
The oldest monuments in the Netherlands
Did you know that 'hunebedden' are not only the oldest monuments in the Netherlands but also among Europe's oldest landmarks?
These mysterious megalithic stone graves...
Going back in time in Bourtange
Did you know that Bourtange was created during the Eighty Years' War (1568-1648) when William I of Orange wanted to control the only road...
Bronkhorst: one of the smallest cities in the Netherlands
Did you know that Bronkhorst is one of the smallest cities in the Netherlands? It is home to around 155 inhabitants, 37 listed national...
The smallest church of the Netherlands
Did you know that the Netherlands' smallest church can be found in the town of Dinxperlo in Gelderland?
The church was built in 1911 and...
Violinist suddenly bursting through the floor
Did you know this statue of a violin player bursting through the tiles floor of Amsterdam's city hall and opera house Stopera is made...
First Frisian Skating Museum in Hindeloopen
Did you know that the First Frisian Skating Museum in Hindeloopen houses the world's largest collection of ice skates?
Also on display: memorabilia of all...
Jisp: an old whaling village
Did you know that Jisp near Purmerend is an old whaling village? During the 17th century this small community used to have its own...
Larger than life mural of Anne Frank
Did you know that Brazilian artist Eduardo Kobra is currently finishing a large mural of Anne Frank at NDSM shipyards in Amsterdam?
One of Kobra's...