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==Netherlands Cruising Guide==
==Netherlands Cruising Guide==
An online cruising guide for sailing around the Netherlands.
An online cruising guide for sailing around the Netherlands.
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| colspan="2" style="font-size: 2" | The Netherlands is often called '''Holland''', which is formally incorrect as North and South Holland are merely two of its twelve provinces. The word '''Dutch''' is used to refer to the people, the language, and anything indigenous to the Netherlands.
| colspan="2" style="font-size: 2" | The Netherlands is often called '''Holland''', which is formally incorrect as North and South Holland are merely two of its twelve provinces. The word '''Dutch''' is used to refer to the people, the language, and anything indigenous to the Netherlands.
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====Overview====
'''The Netherlands''' (Dutch: Nederland, also commonly called Holland in English, in reference to the provinces North-Holland and South-Holland) is a Benelux country located in Western Europe and a founding member of the European Union. The Netherlands is bordering [[Germany]] to the east and [[Belgium]] to the south. To the west, the country faces the [[North Sea]] and the [[United Kingdom]]. The people, language, and culture of the Netherlands are referred to as "Dutch".  
'''The Netherlands''' (Dutch: Nederland, also commonly called Holland in English, in reference to the provinces North-Holland and South-Holland) is a Benelux country located in Western Europe and a founding member of the European Union. The Netherlands is bordering [[Germany]] to the east and [[Belgium]] to the south. To the west, the country faces the [[North Sea]] and the [[United Kingdom]]. The people, language, and culture of the Netherlands are referred to as "Dutch".  
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===Climate & Weather===
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The predominant wind direction in the Netherlands is south-west, which causes a moderate maritime climate, with cool summers and mild winters.
The predominant wind direction in the Netherlands is south-west, which causes a moderate maritime climate, with cool summers and mild winters.
Sources of weather forecasting here.
Sources of weather forecasting here.
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===Charts===
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/netherlands.html Netherlands Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum]
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Revision as of 21:57, 2 June 2011

Netherlands Cruising Guide

An online cruising guide for sailing around the Netherlands.

Netherlands
Netherlands map.png
Country - click for larger view
Netherlands flag.png
Flag
Capital: Amsterdam
World icon.png 52°19′N, 5°33′E
Language: Dutch
Currency: Euro (EUR), also US Dollar in Antilles
Time Zone UTC+1 (DST observed)
The Netherlands is often called Holland, which is formally incorrect as North and South Holland are merely two of its twelve provinces. The word Dutch is used to refer to the people, the language, and anything indigenous to the Netherlands.

Overview

The Netherlands (Dutch: Nederland, also commonly called Holland in English, in reference to the provinces North-Holland and South-Holland) is a Benelux country located in Western Europe and a founding member of the European Union. The Netherlands is bordering Germany to the east and Belgium to the south. To the west, the country faces the North Sea and the United Kingdom. The people, language, and culture of the Netherlands are referred to as "Dutch".

Contents

Cruising the region

Climate & Weather

The predominant wind direction in the Netherlands is south-west, which causes a moderate maritime climate, with cool summers and mild winters.

Sources of weather forecasting here.

Charts

Submit details of the charts required for safe navigation of the area.

Special Navigation Notes

Any navigation notes here.

Local Radio Nets

Also see Cruiser's Nets

Arrival/Departure procedures

Submit any details about advance notification of arrival, etc.

Immigration

Details?

Customs

Details?

Ports & Popular Stops

Offshore Islands

Details?

External Territories

Health

Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here.

Security

Details?

Transportation

Transportation to mainland or other countries, etc.

References & Publications

Books, Guides, etc.

References & Publications

Publications, Guides, etc.

Cruiser's Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

External Links

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?


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