In the 1870s, Yerseke on Zuid-Beveland was chosen for large-scale oyster cultivation to serve the French market. Before long, mussels, which had always flourished in the Eastern Scheldt estuary, overtook oysters as Yerseke’s main source of income. Mussels and oysters are still a huge industry for Yerseke, and this is the only harbour in the …
The resort of Oostkapelle is on the peaceful northwest coast of Walcheren, once an island that became a peninsula with the construction of the Oosterscheldekering dam in 1986. Middelburg, the capital of Zeeland is only ten kilometres to the south, and in the 17th and 18th century its wealthy citizens founded country estates near the …
One of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe, Amsterdam is packed with a variety of unique attractions and entertainment options. Quaint buildings and beautiful canals feature alongside vibrant bars and coffee shops in what is perhaps the most liberal city in the world. Amsterdam has so much more to offer outside of the main …
Amsterdam is one of the most popular travel destinations in Europe, and it’s not hard to see why. With picturesque canals, narrow townhouses and a whole host of cultural gems to enjoy Amsterdam really has something for everyone. The Netherlands is a welcoming and versatile country but one that is seldom explored, for the jewel …
The capital and the most populated city in the Netherlands, Amsterdam originated sometime during the 12th century as a small fishing village and has now become one of the most visited tourist places in the world. Reportedly, the city derives its name from a dam that was built along the River Amstel. Welcoming over 7 …
The Netherlands is often incorrectly referred to as Holland, and is one of the most vibrant and interesting countries in Europe. Known for its eclectic capital city of Amsterdam, the Netherlands is far more than just canals and museums, and if you venture further afield you will find picture postcard pretty towns as well as …
Hilversum is a city that is located in the province of North Holland and currently has a population of approximately 86,500. Although surrounded by heathland, meadows, woods and lakes, Hilversum is considered to be part of the Randstad conurbation. Traces of settlements have been found in Hilversum that date back to the Bronze Age and …
Venlo is located right on the Netherlands/German border in the south east region of the Limburg province. With a population of just over 100,000 it is one of the largest cities in the province and one of the economic centres of the region too. Venlo has a large agricultural industry with one of the most …
Leeuwarden is a fantastic city located in the northern part of the Netherlands in the Friesland province. As the capital city of the states, Leeuwarden has a population of 108,000 and has seen some form of inhabitation since the 10th century. The region has archeological finds dating back to the Roman era and it has …
Tucked away in the southern region of the Netherlands in the Limburg province, Heerlen is a fine city with a current population of approximately 88,000. Close to the larger neighbouring city of Maastricht and also the German border, Heerlen forms part of an agglomeration of cities called Parkstad Limburg. Signs of settlements tracing back thousands …