Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
The 7 best doner kebab sandwiches in Amsterdam
This article highlights several top-rated döner kebab establishments across Amsterdam, featuring well-known spots such as Beste Döner, Ibo’s, and Erol Döner. These locations are recognized for th...
Major setback after 400,000 liters of firefighting water flood burnt Vondelkerk
Efforts are underway to pump 400,000 liters of contaminated extinguishing water from the basement of Amsterdam's Vondelkerk following a major fire on January 1. The flooding has damaged historical arc...
Business premises closed after discovery of drugs and fireworks
Mayor Jos Wienen has closed three business premises in the Waarderpolder industrial area of Haarlem after police discovered 666 hemp plants and nearly 1,100 kilograms of illegal fireworks. The illegal...
Holocaust Commemoration Haarlem
The city of Haarlem will hold a Holocaust Remembrance ceremony on Sunday, January 25th, starting with a mayoral speech at the city hall at 1:00 PM. Participants will then join a silent march to the Je...
Shorter and more frequent ski holidays are the trend: 'It's incredible how many Dutch people are coming again'
Dutch winter sports enthusiasts are increasingly opting for shorter and more frequent ski trips to cope with rising vacation costs. Instead of canceling their plans, many travelers are choosing budget...
Rijksmuseum receives €60 million donation and will create sculpture garden
The Rijksmuseum has received its largest-ever donation of 60 million euros from the Van Rappard family, which will be used to fund operations and create a new sculpture garden in the nearby Carel Will...
Dutch prepare well for ski holidays but drink too much
Although Dutch travelers are known for preparing thoroughly for their skiing holidays, nearly half admit to skiing while under the influence of alcohol. This behavior occurs despite a majority of thes...
Zuidas Market started as a trial among the office towers: "Now 300 to 400 people visit during lunch"
The Zuidas Market in Amsterdam has evolved from a 2021 trial into a permanent weekly fixture at George Gershwinplein, securing a five-year permit in 2023. Every Thursday, the market attracts hundreds ...
Mayor closes house after drugs found
Mayor Jos Wienen has closed a residence in Haarlem for one year after authorities discovered nearly 10 kilograms of soft drugs, weapons, and evidence of trafficking following an anonymous tip. A court...
The favorite Turkish spots of Esra’s owners: ‘It felt like we were in Istanbul’
Selin Kiazim and Steph de Goeijen, owners of the Amsterdam restaurant Esra, are highlighting a "new wave" of high-quality Turkish cuisine flourishing across the city. They recommend several local favo...
Book now or is it cheaper to wait a bit longer?
Many travelers book their summer vacations in January to take advantage of widespread early booking discounts. This article examines whether January is truly the most cost-effective time to secure a h...
What to do in the city during the Christmas holidays: an overview
Amsterdam is hosting a wide range of festive activities during the Christmas holidays, including ice skating at various city squares, the World Christmas Circus at Carré, and the annual Amsterdam Lig...
Friends, colleagues and ballet lovers bid farewell to choreographer Hans van Manen
Hundreds of friends, colleagues, and fans gathered at the National Opera & Ballet theater to pay their final respects to renowned Dutch choreographer Hans van Manen, who passed away last Wednesday at ...
From punk to gabber: There is Ajax music in almost every genre
Throughout its 125-year history, the Dutch football club Ajax has been celebrated through a wide variety of musical genres, ranging from punk to gabber house. These songs are almost as old as the club...
Podcast series on the Amsterdam punk movement: Paradiso was their living room
Paradiso has launched "Punk in Paradiso," a six-part podcast series by music journalist Oscar Smit and artist Elmer exploring the history of the 1970s Amsterdam punk movement. The series documents how...
Mourning the loss of Hans van Manen: "His world was a safe haven for me"
World-renowned Dutch choreographer Hans van Manen has passed away at the age of 93 in his Amsterdam home. A self-taught master of contemporary ballet associated with the Dutch National Ballet, Van Man...
Lease signed: Ruigoord can stay for another 25 years
The Ruigoord artist village near Amsterdam has secured its future for the next 25 years after signing a new lease agreement with the Port of Amsterdam and the city municipality. Effective from January...
Mega cinema with screen three canal houses wide opens tomorrow in Houthavens
British cinema chain Vue is opening a new 15-screen mega cinema in Amsterdam’s Houthavens district tomorrow, featuring advanced laser projection and luxury seating. The facility, which is Amsterdamâ...
NXT Museum files for bankruptcy due to COVID debts and ongoing industry pressure
Amsterdam's NXT Museum has filed for bankruptcy, citing significant debts from the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing financial pressure on the cultural sector. The museum plans to remain open until Decemb...
Stedelijk displays art once at the bottom of the disaster rescue list: Now they are favorites
The Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam is hosting the "Blue Dots" exhibition, featuring artworks that were marked for the lowest evacuation priority during disasters in the 1950s and 1960s. These pieces, i...
Sequel to cult classic Amsterdamned premieres: It's grimmer
The sequel to the 1988 cult classic *Amsterdamned* premiered at the Tuschinski theater in Amsterdam, featuring the return of Huub Stapel as detective Eric Visser. Alongside newcomer Holly Mae Brood, t...
Suriname 50 years independent: As long as you can dance a polonaise
To mark the 50th anniversary of Surinamese independence, this report examines how Surinamese music has shaped the Dutch cultural scene through the work of pioneers like Edgar Burgos and modern produce...
Suriname 50 years independent: Surinamese cuisine was primarily seen as takeout
As Suriname celebrates 50 years of independence, a news series explores how Surinamese culture has shaped Amsterdam, specifically through the evolution of its cuisine. Father and daughter chefs Jim an...
Suriname Museum opening live on AT5 this afternoon
King Willem-Alexander will officially open the Suriname Museum in Amsterdam-Oost today as part of the celebrations marking 50 years of Surinamese independence. Accompanied by Mayor Femke Halsema, the ...
Claudia didn't know she applied for British travel document ETA on the wrong site: ‘I thought: wow, that’s a lot of money’
Dutch travelers are being misled by commercial websites charging up to 200 euros for a British Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), which officially costs less than 19 euros. These third-party platf...
From full English to Scotch egg and Sunday roast: 7 British food spots in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is experiencing a rise in British culinary establishments, marking a shift from the city's previous trend of French bistros toward hearty comfort food. Featured venues such as The Cottage an...
The Amsterdam housing market explained in 9 graphics
The Amsterdam housing market has seen average home prices more than double since 2015, rising from €292,000 to over €600,000. High demand has resulted in over 80% of properties being sold above th...
Domestic holidays to become much more expensive next year, Efteling also affected
Domestic holidays and overnight stays in the Netherlands will become significantly more expensive starting in January due to a substantial tax increase. This change affects various accommodations such...
Gijs experiences unprecedented ice adventures during arduous sailing trip impossible for years: ‘It was magical’
Skipper Gijs Sluik and his crew completed a 52-day sailing expedition through icy waters, encountering polar bears and severe storms along the way. The journey, which was historically impossible but i...
Ryanair and Wizz Air in court: dozens of passengers in Eindhoven with fake passports or without visas
Ryanair and Wizz Air are facing legal action in a Den Bosch court for transporting dozens of passengers with invalid documentation to Eindhoven Airport. The airlines are accused of flying foreign nati...