Netherlands
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Netherlands Cruising Guide
An online cruising guide for sailing around the Netherlands.
| Netherlands | |
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| Capital: | Amsterdam  52°19′N, 5°33′E
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| Language: | Dutch |
| Currency: | Euro (EUR) |
| Timezone: | UTC+1 (DST observed) |
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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 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".
Cruising the region
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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
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Any navigation notes here.
Local Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Arrival/Departure procedures
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Immigration
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Customs
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Ports & Popular Stops
- Amsterdam (Port of entry)
- Almere
- Breskens (Port of entry)
- Delfzijl (Port of entry)
- Den Helder (Port of entry)
- IJmuiden (Port of entry)
- Lauwersoog (Port of entry)
- Middleburg (Port of entry)
- Scheveningen (Port of entry)
- Terneuzen (Port of entry)
- Terschelling (Port of entry)
- Veere (Port of entry)
- Veerhaven (De Maas/Rotterdam) (Port of entry)
- Vlieland (Port of entry)
- Vlissingen (Flushing) (Port of entry)
Offshore Islands
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External Territories
Health
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Security
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Transportation
Transportation to mainland or other countries, etc.
References & Publications
Books, Guides, etc.
References & Publications
- "Cruising Guide to the Netherlands" by Brian Navin (Imray, 2004)
- "Dutch Inland Sailing Pilot" by Henri Levison (Stamford, 1988)
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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