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This quaint city in the western Netherlands is ornate, with small canals, green parks, rivers and old, but intact, monuments.

The beauty of this flat country, with its quilt-like cover of farmland, canals and flower fields, inspired painters centuries ago and still draws in the crowds.

The Town Hall’s Renaissance façade, saved from fire, is the crowning glory of the old quarter of Leiden. 

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

A city rich in history and culture. Visit all year round and experience each season’s unique highlights and special atmosphere.

Visit the oldest-surviving town gate in the Netherlands to get a glimpse of Maastricht’s medieval past. 

Filled with ancient fortifications, historic merchant houses, acclaimed restaurants, shops and student bars, this Dutch river city cherishes the past and celebrates the present. 

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

A city rich in history and culture. Visit all year round and experience each season’s unique highlights and special atmosphere.

A city rich in history and culture. Visit all year round and experience each season’s unique highlights and special atmosphere.

Explore The Netherlands’ largest publicly-funded museum, full of world-famous masterpieces.

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

The Town Hall’s Renaissance façade, saved from fire, is the crowning glory of the old quarter of Leiden. 

Volendam is a hospitable harbour town famous for its traditional costumes, fishing and folk music where old traditions and modern leisureliness converge.

Spend a peaceful afternoon relaxing in the capital\'s most popular park. Enjoy a picnic and the entertainment on offer among the perfect mix of nature and culture.

Visit the crypt where the 4th-century remains of St. Servaas are buried and see the treasures that lie within this fine Romanesque church. 

Check out some contemporary art, enjoy a concert and admire the architecture and decoration in Amsterdam’s oldest building.

The beauty of this flat country, with its quilt-like cover of farmland, canals and flower fields, inspired painters centuries ago and still draws in the crowds.