Visiting The Dutch Countryside

Travelblog about The Netherlands | Exploring The Netherlands beyond the crowds

Author: Manon

Hey there! My name is Manon and I'm the founder of Visiting The Dutch Countryside, a local travel blog about The Netherlands. I also wrote the article you just read. I'm a Dutch, born and raised, travel blogger. I decided that it's time that tourists explore The Netherlands beyond the crowds and not just Amsterdam. Have fun exploring The Netherlands!
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61 Interesting & Fun Facts About Rotterdam: Top things and facts to know before you visit Rotterdam, The Netherlands

There are many interesting and fun facts to discover about Rotterdam, The Netherlands, This Dutch city is one of a kind and there is so much to explore and learn.Continue reading61 Interesting & Fun Facts About Rotterdam: Top things and facts to know before you visit Rotterdam, The Netherlands

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The Best Autumn/ Winter Jackets & Coats For The Netherlands: Women’s Winter Coats Reviews

One of the questions that I get the most is about clothing and how visitors can dress for the ever-changing climate in Amsterdam. ‘What are the best winter jackets?’, ‘GreatContinue readingThe Best Autumn/ Winter Jackets & Coats For The Netherlands: Women’s Winter Coats Reviews

Gelderland

Amazing Things To Do In One Day In Zutphen: Visit One Of The Most Underrated Places In The Netherlands

Zutphen is one of the typical Dutch Hanseatic towns you can find in The Netherlands. It has a truly beautiful cityscape, incredible monuments to discover and great food to eat.Continue readingAmazing Things To Do In One Day In Zutphen: Visit One Of The Most Underrated Places In The Netherlands

Fort St Pieter Maastricht to visit | Best views of Maastricht | Walking tour of Maastricht
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The Best One Week Netherlands Itinerary By A Dutch Local: Things To Do In Limburg, Zeeland, Noord (North)- Brabant And Gelderland

With this one week itinerary for The Netherlands, you’ll be all over the Southern part of The Netherlands. This area of The Netherlands is very different from one another withContinue readingThe Best One Week Netherlands Itinerary By A Dutch Local: Things To Do In Limburg, Zeeland, Noord (North)- Brabant And Gelderland

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A Locals Guide To 15 Fun Things to do in The Netherlands in October: In & Outside Of Amsterdam

What fun things are there to do in The Netherlands in October? There are so many cool things to do in The Netherlands, during the entire year. But when it’sContinue readingA Locals Guide To 15 Fun Things to do in The Netherlands in October: In & Outside Of Amsterdam

Noord-Holland

Insiders Guide To What To Do In Amsterdam When It Rains: 21 Cool Things To Do In Amsterdam That Will Keep You Dry!

The last thing you want on your trip to Amsterdam is rain. However, sometimes it just happens and I’m here to tell you what you have to do in AmsterdamContinue readingInsiders Guide To What To Do In Amsterdam When It Rains: 21 Cool Things To Do In Amsterdam That Will Keep You Dry!

The castle Huis Bergh in the most beautiful village or small Dutch town of s-Heerenberg in Gelderland, The Netherlands
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The 13 Best Dutch Castles In The Netherlands According To A Local: One Of The Things You Have to Do

Where can you find the best castles in The Netherlands? All throughout my country. While The Netherlands isn’t known for its awesome castles and incredible ruins, you’ll be able toContinue readingThe 13 Best Dutch Castles In The Netherlands According To A Local: One Of The Things You Have to Do

The main square of Grave with tables and historic canal houses in The Netherlands
Noord- Brabant

Fun Things To Do In Grave, Noord-Brabant: One Of The Best Small Towns In The Netherlands To Visit

Grave is one of the beautiful Dutch villages and towns you have to visit in Noord- Brabant, The Netherlands. The Netherlands has twelve provinces and Noord (North)- Brabant is, inContinue readingFun Things To Do In Grave, Noord-Brabant: One Of The Best Small Towns In The Netherlands To Visit

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The Best Flower Parade In The Netherlands: Which Bloemencorso Should You Visit?

Flower parades can be found all throughout The Netherlands. The Dutch word for ‘flower parade’ in The Netherlands is: Bloemencorso. There are two flower parades near my village in Noord-Holland,Continue readingThe Best Flower Parade In The Netherlands: Which Bloemencorso Should You Visit?

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Noord-Holland

These Are The Best Dutch Beaches Near Amsterdam You Must Visit When It’s Getting Hot In Here!

It’s that time of the year again: Hot spring or summer days. Or even the hot days in autumn (yes, it happens!). Amsterdam has a pretty perfect location as thereContinue readingThese Are The Best Dutch Beaches Near Amsterdam You Must Visit When It’s Getting Hot In Here!