Netherlands

Around one-third of the Netherlands lies below sea level, protected by an extensive system of dikes and water-management works.

Country

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Useful facts for planning

Guide type Country

In this guide

Why go

Capital: Amsterdam

Currency: Euro (EUR)

Best time: Apr–Sep

Weather: Temperate maritime; mild summers and cool winters

Top attractions: Amsterdam • Rotterdam • The Hague • Keukenhof • Utrecht • Kinderdijk

Nature: North Sea coast • dunes • wetlands • islands • national parks

Quick fact: Around one-third of the Netherlands lies below sea level, protected by an extensive system of dikes and water-management works.