Millions of tulips bloom in Holland for just a few weeks each year. 2023 will mark his 76th anniversary of the Dutch Flower Parade. Thousands of tourists flock to Amsterdam for its breathtaking flower displays and colorful flower gardens on the third weekend in April.
The seasonal opening of Keukenhof Gardens is reason enough to make the trip, but a spring river cruise in Almere and the massive Koningsdag celebrations add to the Dutch spring fanfare.
Many people wait until the summer to visit Europe, but April and May are ideal times to visit.
Why spring is the ideal season to visit Amsterdam
Spring flower
Tulips have a history of 400 years in Holland. With millions of flowers blooming after winter each year, spring is a colorful time to visit Amsterdam and nearby cities.
Travelers should visit the flower gardens with caution, keeping in mind the delicate specimens. Flower growers warn visitors not to trample flowers in an attempt to get the perfect photo. Besides spoiling the experience for other tourists, it can also harm the flowers.
“If you walk in a field and damage a plant that has the virus, you can spread the virus to other people. Annika Barsloth of the Dutch Bulb Growers Association KAVB.
Visitors can expect to see banners posted by organizations in popular locations to remind people to take notice. With this in mind, there are many ways to responsibly enjoy gorgeous flowers.
See the Bollenstreak area in Holland
Millions of flowers blanket Bollen Streak in vibrant color each spring, including rows of pink, yellow, orange and purple tulips. One of the best ways for visitors to explore the flower-bulb-growing region is by renting a bicycle. Bicycling is a popular form of transportation among the Dutch and a great eco-friendly way to see the region.
Keukenhof Tulip Gardens
visit The world-famous Keukenhof Gardens It should be on anyone’s travel bucket list. In 2023 Keukenhof will be open from his 23rd March to his 14th May.
Gardeners plant several varieties of flowers each year in gorgeous patterns and motifs. millions of light bulbs It attracts about one million visitors within a short period of time and has the most picturesque flowers.
Daffodils, hyacinths and crocuses bloom, but the main attraction is the many varieties of vibrant and enchanting tulips that grow each year. Visitors spend hours at the Keukenhof in awe of the myriad of floral displays with indoor and outdoor exhibits.
Keukenhof’s covered indoor pavilion hosts weekly flower and plant shows. Additionally, he has six on-site restaurants where visitors can grab a drink or sample Dutch favorites such as poffertjes (small Dutch pancakes), herring and hot dogs.
We recommend buying Keukenhof tickets online in advance. This allows visitors to secure their desired entry date and time. Keukenhof only sells tickets online to regulate entry times and crowds.
Many hotels near Keukenhof and the flower fields are fully booked for spring more than a year in advance. Book your hotel early.
Annual Dutch Flower Parade
Nearby Keukenhof is the route of the annual Flower Parade. The famous parade features stunning floats covered with thousands of flowers. The Flower Parade will be held on April 22nd. This is the highest rated event and 2023 will be the 76th.
one of the best where to watch the parade Keukenhof Boulevard. Due to the crowds, guests should be prepared to arrive early to secure a viewing spot, even if the parade passes through the area in the afternoon.
The route of the Flower Parade is 26 miles (26 miles) from Noordwijk to Haarlem.
River cruise to see tulips
European river cruise itinerary for tulip season Popular among tourists in Holland. for example, Emerald Cruises 8 day itinerary is amazing Every year we take our guests to Keukenhof for guided tours and free time.
After a lovely spring break, cruise guests leave Holland with great memories of photos and memorabilia.
Spring break in the Amsterdam area
king’s day
Few celebrations in Holland are as lively as King’s Day (Koningsdag) each spring. His 27th April, the King’s birthday, is a day of celebration and rejoicing.The Dutch paint their towns orange because the royal family House of Orangeor orange.
Orange balloons and decorations soar all over Amsterdam. The Dutch wear orange clothing and accessories. Party boats float along Amsterdam’s many canals, and restaurants and bars thrive with residents and visitors alike. Street celebrations follow suit.
But visitors don’t have to stay in Amsterdam to celebrate. Many of the surrounding cities host the best celebrations of King’s Day, such as Haarlem, Almere and Edam. Accessible by train, bus or car from Amsterdam.
For example, Almere has a huge king’s day celebration Specially built stage at the Grote Markt featuring the Dutch version of the winning singer The Voice.
The night before is also guaranteed to be festive with a King’s Night celebration featuring a DJ and additional acts. Visitors can roam the city on King’s Day and discover pop-up his stalls and other fun attractions such as karaoke.
liberation day
Holland was liberated from German forces on May 5, 1945 during World War II. Since then, the day has become a holiday that celebrates freedom. Free concerts, festivals and ‘freedom feasts’ take place each year on Liberation Day, or her Bevrijdingsdag in Dutch.
the driest season
Statistically speaking, April is the driest month to visit Amsterdam. So visitors can leave their raincoats and umbrellas at home while tiptoeing through the tulips and exploring the beautiful city of Amsterdam and its surroundings.
Spring events and weather make March to May an ideal time to visit Amsterdam and the Netherlands. Book as soon as possible for 2023 or plan an exciting and colorful trip in 2024.
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