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 Highlights

CANALS OF AMSTERDAM - See the elegant merchant mansions and carillon-crowned churches on a cruise through the enchanting canals

EDAM - A picturesque village famous for its cheese

AMSTERDAMS' MUSEUMS - Visit the moving Anne Frank's House, the Rijksmuseum with the Netherlands largest art collection or the Van Gogh museum housing 200 of his works

GRAND’PLACE BRUSSELS – Explore the quaint guild houses and remarkable city hall

BRUGGE – See the Madonna statue by Michelangelo or the Lake of Love


 Climate

The Netherlands' climate is mild, with generally warm summers and quite cold winters with the possibility of snow. Rainfall is common all year.
Belgium has warm temperatures in summer, from May to September, and snow is likely through winter.

Average Temperatures in °C
  January July

Amsterdam

3

17

Brussels 3 17.5

 Distances
km
Amsterdam - Rotterdam 45

Amsterdam - Brussels
Brugge - Brussels

204
80


Verwelkoom naar Nederland...
Bienvenue a la Belgique...
Welcome to Netherlands & Belgium!

The Netherlands and Belgium may be small in size compared to the rest of Europe, but both are big on atmosphere. From the charming canals and museums of Amsterdam to the chocolates and diamonds of Brussels, these multi-cultural countries have many facets.

Cycle through fields carpeted with tulips, taste the local produce, float along the canals or soak up the history from the Flemish, medieval and baroque eras.

The quiet neighbours speak volumes through their history, architecture and warm nature of the people. Two countries steeped in a maritime past that are sure to please.

Traveller's Secrets

Where to Eat - Amsterdam

Restaurant Haesje Claes
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 320

Located in the city centre close to the Central Station. Serves Dutch cuisine in a classic and comfortable ambience.

Where to Shop - Amsterdam

Albert Cuyp Market
Tram stop: Ruysdaelkade

The citys most famous market selling fruit, clothing, fish, cheese, furniture, fabrics, spices, flowers etc. 268 stalls with lots of cafes to relax in.

Kalvertoren
Kalverstraat

Located on one of Amsterdam’s most busiest shopping streets, this mall houses trendy brands in clothing, accessories, perfumes, chocolate and footwear. On the 4th floor is the Café & Brasserie Kalvertoren where you can have birds eye views of the city.

Where to Eat - Brussels

Brasserie La Roue D’Or (the Golden Wheel)
Rue des Chapliers 26, 1000

An authentic Art Nouveau brasserie with a very French feel. It is also extremely popular with the locals and that is always a good sign!

Where to Shop - Brussels

Gallerie St Hubert

A gorgeous glass roofed arcade in the centre of Brussels, lined with cafes, theatres and luxury stores. Admire the wonderful window displays.

Le Chocolatier Manon
Rue du Congress 24, 1000

A trip to Brussels would not be complete without indulging in fine Belgian chocolate. These award-winning chocolates are hand-dipped, hand-moulded and hand-made.

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