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), also US Dollar in Antilles |
Timezone: | 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".
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.
Any navigation notes here.
Local Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
Arrival/Departure procedures
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Immigration
Details?
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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