Best Day Trips from Amsterdam: 16 Dutch Cities You Need to Visit | Amsterdamian

Best Day Trips from Amsterdam: 16 Dutch Cities You Need to Visit | Amsterdamian

If you’re here searching for the best day trips from Amsterdam, look no further: I have a list of 16 beautiful Dutch cities from which you can choose! One of the best things about visiting the Netherlands is that — given the small distances and the well connected public transport system —  you can basically […]

Did Dutch people eat their prime ministers? Not exactly.

Did Dutch people eat their prime ministers? Not exactly.

It’s the year 1672, and it is the Rampjaar or disaster year in The Netherlands. The Dutch Republic was attacked from four sides by France, England and the dioceses of Münster and Köln. A famous Dutch saying about the year goes the following: the people were irrational, the government desperate and the country beyond rescue. […]

The story of the fake (non- Dutch) story of Hansje or Hans Brinker

The story of the fake (non- Dutch) story of Hansje or Hans Brinker

Remember the story about a boy that put his finger in a dyke in The Netherlands and saved the country? His name is said to have been Hans or Hansje Brinker- but that’s not true. And it is a fictional story- meaning, it’s just a story and not factual. The famous story was written by […]

Schoonrijden Explained: A centuries-old Dutch style of ice skating

Schoonrijden Explained: A centuries-old Dutch style of ice skating

Photo by Zijpermuseum Did you know that figure skating and long-track speed skating are both derived from this Dutch traditional way of skating? This is Schoonrijden, or beautiful skating- an old and typical Dutch way to ice skate. This way of ice skating dates back to many centuries ago. Even in the Dutch Golden Age, […]

The Story of Mata Hari: The Dutch spy

The Story of Mata Hari: The Dutch spy

This is Mata Hari- or Margaretha Geertruida Zelle. She was a Dutch exotic dancer who was convicted of espionage and executed in France during the First World War. She was born in 1876 in the Frisian city of Leeuwarden. Her father was a hatmaker who eventually went bankrupt. Then he moved to Den Haag, remarried […]

The story of the Grolse Wanten (Dutch mittens from the East of The Netherlands)

The story of the Grolse Wanten (Dutch mittens from the East of The Netherlands)

Photo by grolsewanten.nl These are traditional Dutch mittens from the town of Groenlo, called Grolse Wanten. Many people think this is a typical Scandinavian pattern, but it comes directly from the Achterhoek or East of the Netherlands. A while ago, this centuries-old pattern was almost completely lost. You would only see an elderly man every […]

Dutch Traditional Clothing: Kaper – Visiting The Dutch Countryside

Dutch Traditional Clothing: Kaper – Visiting The Dutch Countryside

Dutch traditional clothing is very beautiful, but not many people know much about it anymore. This article is about the kaper or böppekaper, which is a cap or hat that was worn in several areas in The Netherlands. It’s also sometimes named a hersenlap or brain rag. A kaper was worn against the cold and […]

From Canals to Countryside: The Ultimate Guide to Exploring the Dutch Nation

From Canals to Countryside: The Ultimate Guide to Exploring the Dutch Nation

The Netherlands, often celebrated for its picturesque canals, vibrant cities, and lush countryside, is a destination that beckons travelers seeking both adventure and tranquility. Boasting a rich tapestry of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes, this small but enchanting nation has something for everyone. Whether you’re navigating the cobbled streets of Amsterdam, soaking up the beauty […]