Off The Beaten Track
Pyramids in Amsterdam
Did you know that the Pyramids housing complex on Marcanti Island in Amsterdam not only refers to the Egyptian wonders of the world but...
Larger-than-life bookcase in Amsterdam Oud-West
Did you know that each book in this giant bookcase weighs about 25kg? This artwork in Amsterdam Oud-West is part of a neighbourhood where...
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...
Van Gogh House in Drenthe
On 11 September 1883 Vincent van Gogh takes a train from The Hague to Drenthe. His brother Theo sent him money for the train...
Mustard Factory in Doesburg
Did you know that it is a must(ard) to visit the Mustard Factory when you are in Doesburg? The preparation of its mustard has...
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...
Europe’s largest low peat wetland
Did you know that National Park Weerribben-Wieden is Europe's largest low peat wetland? The swampy area is a paradise for nature lovers, bird spotters...
Blossoming fruit trees in the Betuwe
Did you know that the Betuwe (Gelderland) has many colorful orchards with fruit trees? The area is at its most beautiful during the springtime...
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...
The Dutch pyramid of Austerlitz
Did you know that a 36 meter high man-made pyramid can be found at the highest point of Utrechtse Heuvelrug National Park? The Pyramid...