Netherlands News in English
Netherlands news in English — Dutch national headlines covering politics, housing, immigration, the economy, transport and daily life, translated and updated throughout the day for the international community.
Fewer trains on high-speed line between Schiphol and Rotterdam due to defective train
Train services on the high-speed line between Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam Centraal are reduced on Monday afternoon due to a defective train. The disruption is impacting travel on this major transpo...
High fuel prices due to Middle East war hit fairground operators, but visitors barely notice
Fairground operators in Haarlem and IJmuiden are facing higher operational costs as diesel prices rise due to the conflict in the Middle East. Despite these increased expenses for running attractions,...
King's Day celebrated at flea markets and festivals
The Netherlands celebrated King's Day with citizens setting up early for flea markets and participating in various festivals across the country. Diverse events were held nationwide to mark the orange-...
Drukwerk performances cancelled due to singer Harry Slinger's colon cancer
Dutch pop group Drukwerk has canceled upcoming performances following lead singer Harry Slinger's diagnosis with colon cancer. The 76-year-old singer is scheduled to undergo surgery in the near future...
Three demonstrations along King's Day route in Dokkum
Three pre-registered demonstrations took place at various points along the royal family's route during King's Day celebrations in Dokkum. The municipality of Noardeast-Fryslân confirmed that the prot...
Ariane to start aerospace engineering at TU Delft after summer
Princess Ariane has announced that she will begin studying aerospace engineering at the Delft University of Technology after the summer break. The nineteen-year-old princess shared the news during the...
Margareth Jenema (62) has been organizing a festive King's Day in Beverwijk for years: ‘Breestraat is coming back to life’
Margareth Jenema and the King's Day Committee Foundation coordinate the annual celebrations and children's market on Breestraat in Beverwijk. Since 2023, their efforts have focused on revitalizing the...
LIVE: Hundreds of thousands celebrate King's Day in Amsterdam
Hundreds of thousands of residents and visitors have gathered in Amsterdam to celebrate King's Day, filling the city with orange festivities. Reporters are documenting the celebrations across several ...
Police arrest woman after shooting in Enschede
Police arrested a 31-year-old woman on Monday morning following a shooting incident in the city center of Enschede. One individual was injured and transported to the hospital as a result of the event.
'You must pack up now!' Zandvoort teenagers nearly sent away from flea market for selling drinks
Two teenagers in Zandvoort were ordered by enforcement officers to stop selling coffee and soft drinks at a local King's Day flea market. The boys, aged 16 and 13, were told to dismantle their stall b...
Haarlem girl (16) convicted of violence in Velsen, victims afraid to go outside
A 16-year-old girl from Haarlem has been convicted of public violence and assault for an incident in Velsen. The court's decision follows reports that the victims have been left afraid to go outside d...
King's Day in Amsterdam off to a cheerful and sunny start (photos!)
King's Day celebrations in Amsterdam have started with sunny weather and a festive atmosphere. Large crowds have taken to the streets under clear blue skies to celebrate the national holiday.
Police arrest 17 people during King's Night in Arnhem
Police in Arnhem arrested 17 people during King's Night for offenses including assault, public order disturbances, and insults. Municipal enforcers were also busy addressing cases of public urination,...
Koninklijke HFC signs former AZ player; defender returns to second division after knee injury
Koninklijke HFC has signed 25-year-old defender Fons Gemmel from Swift for the upcoming season. The former AZ player returns to the Second Division after recovering from a serious knee injury.
Royal family ready for King's Day in Dokkum, shares photo
The Dutch royal family has shared a photo on social media expressing their excitement for the national King's Day celebrations in Dokkum. The post, released by the Government Information Service, feat...
Hate getting up early? These are the King's Day hotspots in Haarlem for the rest of the day
Haarlem offers numerous activities throughout King's Day for those who prefer to start their celebrations later in the day. The city features dozens of hotspots and events spread across various locati...
Police investigate nighttime sexual offense in Haarlem city center
Police are investigating a sexual incident that occurred in the Kromme Elleboogsteeg in the center of Haarlem during the night of Saturday to Sunday. Authorities are calling for witnesses who may have...
'There was cursing and lashing out and he was suspended for fifteen matches. A pity he fell off our radar,' says Mart Smeets
Mart Smeets reflects on a basketball game from over fifty years ago between the Haarlem Cardinals and Levi’s/Flamingo’s that escalated into a physical altercation. The incident at the Kennemer Spo...
Kim Lammers on the success of school football: 'Suddenly children are faced with something like performing under pressure'
Former athlete Kim Lammers discusses the significance of the Koningsspelen and school football in the Netherlands. While these events aim to encourage children to stay active, they also introduce them...
How to prevent a hangover on King's Day: skip the greasy food, drink water
King's Day celebrations in the Netherlands often lead to alcohol consumption and subsequent hangovers for participants. This article provides practical tips to prevent or mitigate these symptoms, such...
NS: Early birds already traveling, crowds expected later
The Dutch national railway, NS, reports that early travelers for King's Day events have begun their journeys, though the morning started quietly. Larger crowds are expected to peak later in the mornin...
Aaltje and Elias raise enough money for an AED in their street with help from neighbor Paulien: 'We are moved that we succeeded'
Residents in Velserbroek successfully raised funds through a local initiative to install an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on Swoerkamp street. The project aims to provide critical medical ass...
The earliest birds at the Heemskerk flea market are already there at 4 AM: 'When we're done, we’ll have a nice beer. That’s also tradition'
Early participants gathered at the Heemskerk flea market as early as 4 AM to sell collected items for charity or personal interests. Bargain hunters joined them in the pre-dawn hours, upholding a long...
Dick Matena (83), comic artist of Tom Poes, Turkish Delight and Pietje Bell, dies
Renowned comic artist Dick Matena, known for his adaptations of Dutch literature such as 'Turks Fruit' and his work on 'Tom Poes', passed away on Sunday at the age of 83. He died in his hometown of Am...
Comic artist Dick Matena dies at 83
Renowned Dutch comic artist Dick Matena passed away on Sunday at the age of 83 in his hometown of Amsterdam. His death was announced on Monday by his publisher and the editor-in-chief of Eppo magazine...
Man shot during argument in Staatsliedenbuurt
A man was shot and injured during a street argument on Van Hallstraat in Amsterdam-West early this morning. Police are currently searching for the suspect and investigating the scene, where witnesses ...
Flea market bursting with bargains and gems: Experts share top tips for the best neighborhoods and smartest tactics
Experts are sharing their best strategies and tips for finding hidden gems and vintage bargains at the King's Day flea markets across the Netherlands. The advice focuses on identifying quality items a...
Care center calls police: Marieke only allowed to visit mother twice a week
Staff at a care center in Nieuw-Vennep called the police after a woman refused to leave her mother’s side following newly restricted visiting hours. The care provider, Cordaan, limited her access to...
Support for monarchy and royal couple's ratings remain unchanged
Support for the Dutch monarchy and approval ratings for King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, and Princess Amalia have remained stable according to the 2026 NOS Kings Day Survey. The findings by Ipsos...
Van catches fire on A200 on-ramp near Halfweg
A delivery van caught fire on Sunday evening on the A200 on-ramp near the industrial estate in Halfweg. The incident occurred while the vehicle was attempting to enter the motorway, though no further ...