A local couple’s guide beyond Amsterdam
Your Authentic Netherlands Travel Guide
Hidden places, real experiences and honest weekend escapes, from a Dutch couple who actually lives here.
Welcome to Discover True Netherlands, your ultimate guide to unique stays, seasonal beauty, fairytale villages, flower fields, castles, beaches, unforgettable day trips, and local experiences across the Netherlands. Explore the most beautiful places in the Netherlands through every season, curated by locals who personally visit and photograph each destination.
Whether you’re a local looking for weekend inspiration, an expat exploring your new home, or a visitor wanting to experience the authentic Netherlands, we’ll help you discover places most travelers never find.
Who we are
Meet Anna & Jeroen
We are a Dutch couple of content creators who have spent years exploring every corner of this country, simply because we love it. We started Discover True Netherlands to show the side most visitors never see.
Every destination here has been visited by us, in person, with our own camera and our own honest opinion.
First time in the Netherlands?
Discover the Most Beautiful Places in the Netherlands
Our most popular guides help thousands of travellers discover places beyond the typical tourist hotspots!
Travel with us
Authentic Private Tours, Planned by Locals – Upon Request
An oyster expedition, hidden castles and unique hotels, biking through tulip fields, climbing dunes for the view, a boat tour or a mud walk on the Wadden Sea. Choose what you love and we take care of the rest.
Less than an hour away
Hidden Gems Near Amsterdam
Secret villages, castles and nature escapes.
Living here?
Weekend Inspiration for Locals & Expats
Living in the Netherlands and wondering where to go this weekend? We show you beautiful day trips, hidden destinations and unique experiences that can be reached within a few hours from major Dutch cities.
Nature & Parks
Hotels & B&Bs
Dutch Sea Coast
Castles and Estates
Day trips & weekend escapes
Unique Experiences and Itineraries in the Netherlands
Hidden Gem Itineraries
Curated routes for unforgettable weekends.
Seasonal Travel Guides
Know exactly where to go each season.
Local Recommendations
Places we have personally visited and photographed.
Coming soon
Our Curated Netherlands Guides
Hidden gems, seasonal highlights and fairytale villages, gathered from our own travels into guides that save you hours of research.
From our readers
“Guys, you are seriously one of my favourite bloggers! I am learning so much about the Netherlands, even though I’ve been living here for 9 years already. I have saved many of your Instagram posts with places I want to visit soon. Keep it up!”
Vivian Tsiataki
On the photo: special long pumpkins, kalebassen
What’s on now?
Events and Festivals
Christmas caves, classic car shows at a palace, theme park evenings. The Dutch calendar is fuller than most people think.
Nov to Dec · Valkenburg
Aug · Soestdijk Palace
Evenings · Efteling
Four seasons, four countries
Discover the Netherlands Through Every Season
From colourful tulips in spring to Christmas villages in winter, each season shows a different side of the country.
Spring
Tulips, blossom routes and colourful countryside escapes.
Summer
Beaches, hidden swimming spots and fairytale villages.
Autumn
Heather fields, golden forests and cosy Dutch towns.
Winter
Christmas markets, winter walks and light festivals.
Why trust us
Why Trust Discover True Netherlands
Skip endless searching. We help you discover the best places, routes and seasonal experiences across the Netherlands.
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Local Expertise
We live in the Netherlands and personally visit the destinations we recommend.
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Original Photos
Each place is visited and photographed personally by us. No stock photography!
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Seasonal Knowledge
We track events, markets and seasonal highlights throughout the year.
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Hidden Gem Focus
We help you discover places most visitors never find.
Blog: Our Latest Discoveries
Unique Destinations
See mind-blowing towns and cities, old castles and windmills, national parks, museums, Dutch dunes, fields of tulips, zoos, and cool attractions, or stay in unique hotels. The Netherlands is full of activities and events to experience. We will guide you to the most unique places.
Our Fun Travel Gallery
Our fun weekend tours for our awesome international friends from all over the world.
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