Map of the Netherlands

Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands and its largest city. Over 40% of the population lives in densely populated areas. The country has an area of ​​approximately 236 square kilometers.

It borders Belgium and Germany to the west and the North Sea to the north. The country is crossed by three large rivers: the Meuse, the Rhine and the Scheldt. The Netherlands has been a republic since 1581 and was a founding member of the European Union.

Regions / Provinces in the Netherlands

The country is divided into 12 provinces, which are further divided into municipalities. Here are the most important regions in the country.

North Holland / Noord Holland

The Netherlands' most important province is North Holland (the site is called the Amsterdam guide...). It borders the North Sea and has a population of just over two million people.

Amsterdam is the capital of the north The Netherlands and is home to more than one million inhabitants. Other major cities in North Holland include Haarlem and Alkmaar.

The province is famous for its windmills, tulips, cheese and clogs.

It is also home to many other famous Dutch landmarks, including Rijksmuseum , the Anne Frank House and the Heineken Brewery.

Despite its small size, North Holland is a diverse province with much to see and do.

The coastline is full of picturesque villages and windmills, while the interior is filled with rolling hills, tulip fields and charming medieval towns.

In addition to its natural beauty, North Holland also has a rich cultural heritage. Amsterdam is one of Europe's most vibrant cities, and there are also plenty of smaller towns where you can experience traditional Dutch culture firsthand.

South Holland / Zuid-Holland

The province is located in the mid-western part of the country, just south of Amsterdam. It is the most densely populated province in the Netherlands, with over 2,3 million people living there. The capital of South Holland is Rotterdam, which is also the largest city in the Netherlands.

The other major cities in South Holland include The Hague (Haag), Delft and Leiden .

The province has a rich history and culture that can be seen in its many historic buildings and museums.

Some of the most famous tourist attractions in South Holland include the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden (National Museum of Antiquities) in Leiden, Madurodam (see video) and Keukenhof with its flowers.

Zeeland

Zeeland is a province in the southwest of the Netherlands and is known for its beaches and maritime culture. Zeeland is bordered by the North Sea to the north and west, by Belgium to the south and by the provinces of South Holland and North Brabant to the east.

The province of Zeeland has an area of ​​2 km² (862 sq mi) and a population of approximately 1.

The province of Zeeland consists of a number of islands, including Walcheren, Tholen, Sint Philipsland, Noord-Beveland, Zuid-Beveland and Schouwen-Duiveland. The area now known as Zeeland was once part of the county of Flanders.

But the economic downturn in Flanders combined with natural disasters such as floods and storms led to many people leaving for Zeeland.

Utrecht

Utrecht is a province of the Netherlands. It has a population of just over 2 million people and an area of ​​2 square kilometers.

Utrecht's capital is... Utrecht 🙂 Other major cities in the province include Amersfoort, Veenendaal and Zeist.

Utrecht is a diverse province with both rural and urban areas. The province has a rich history and culture that can be seen in its many attractions, such as the Dom Tower in Utrecht City and the Rietveld Schroder House in Amersfoort.

Utrecht also has a number parker and nature reserves, including De Hoge Veluwe National Park.

The economy of Utrecht is based on services, trade and industry. The province has a strong agricultural sector and is home to many technology companies.

Overijssel

Overijssel is a province in the eastern Netherlands. It borders Germany to the east, Friesland and Drenthe to the north, Gelderland to the west and Utrecht and South Holland to the south.

The province has a population of just over 2 million people and an area of ​​5 km². The capital is Zwolle.

Overijssel is a diverse province with both rural and urban areas. The eastern part of the province is largely agricultural, while the western part is more industrial.

There are also several large lakes in Overijssel, including the national park De Weerribben-Wieden, which is one of the largest nature reserves in Europe.

Map of the Netherlands on Europakarta.se.