Netherlands
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Netherlands Cruising Guide
An online cruising guide for sailing around the 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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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.
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Charts
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Local Radio Nets
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Arrival
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Departure
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Customs and Immigration
Customs
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Immigration
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Fees and Charges
Restrictions
Health and Security
Health
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Security
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External Territories
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)
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
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Anchorages
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Offshore Islands
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Transportation
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Routes/Passages To/From
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Cruiser's Friends
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Forum Discussions
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External Links
- Netherlands Wikipedia
- Sailing Nations Sailing Holidays and Yacht Charter for Holland Ijseelmeer
References & Publications
- Brian Navin, Cruising Guide to the Netherlands, Imray, Laurie, Norie & Wilson Ltd; 5th Revised edition edition (May 1, 2010), ISBN 978-1846231858
- Henry Levison, Dutch Inland Sailing Pilot, Adlard Coles Nautical (July 24, 1989), ISBN 978-0540074327
Personal Notes
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