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The cutest border crossing in the world
This border crossing can be found in between De Lutte in the Netherlands and Bad Bentheim in Germany. In the old days the border...
The world’s first heated bicycle lane in Enschede
Did you know that the world's first heated bicycle lane may likely be installed in Enschede? Geo-thermal energy will be used to prevent ice...
The oldest marathon of the Netherlands
Did you know that Enschede Marathon is the oldest marathon of the Netherlands and the second oldest marathon of Europe (after Košice Peace Marathon)?
Olympic...
The world’s largest wooden shoe has gone missing
Did you know the world's largest wooden shoes (4 meter in length and 2 tons in weight) was stolen from the Clog Museum in...
The first game of football in the Netherlands in 1885
Did you know that the first game of football in the Netherlands was played in Enschede in 1885?
Local textile baron Jan Bernard van Heek...
Grolsch 400th anniversary
Did you know that Grolsch brewery was founded exactly 400 years ago today? Proost!
Dutch Championships Tower Running
Did you know that Overijssel's tallest tower hosts the 10th edition of the Dutch Championships Tower Running? Sunday 10 December vertical runners ascend as...
Kroezeboom in Twente
Did you know that the Kroezeboom near Fleringen (Overijssel) is one of the oldest oak trees in the Netherlands? Once upon a time holy...
Modern-day Nightwatch with Twente’s fire brigade
Did you know that part of Twente's fire brigade is portrayed as Rembrandt's Nightwatch? The commander is depicted as the central figure Captain Frans...
Windmills in the Netherlands
Did you know that there are nearly 1200 windmills in the Netherlands?