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Molendriegang, one of the most famous landmarks of the Hague area. These Three Windmills outside of the Hague are easy to visit on a bike ride from the Hague. #holland #travel #hague #molen #windmills

A scenic day trip from the Hague: Voorburg, Leidschendam, and the Molendriegang

July 24, 2018 by Karen 1 Comment

Sometimes, you don’t need to go far in order to treat yourself.  On a recent weekend, my husband and I took a cycle through the lovely towns of Voorburg and Leidschendam prior to visiting the Molendriegang, one of the most famous landmarks of the Hague area.

Although the Hague is quite modern, you can easily experience the cuteness of these adorable towns just outside of the Hague and the classic Dutch polder landscape, including the famous Molendriegang (Three Windmills).

Keep reading for an scenic bike ride outside of the Hague, including stops for lunch and beer, totals about 23 kilometers from the Hague city center. This route should take about 1.5 hours without stopping on a lazy Saturday or Sunday.

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Filed Under: Budget Travel, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Sustainable Tourism, The Hague, The Netherlands

The Peace Palace in the Hague. Read how to visit the Vredespaleis in this guide to the history and interior of the Peace Palace.

What to know about visiting the Peace Palace in the Hague by a local

October 24, 2018 by Karen Leave a Comment

One of the most stunning buildings in the Hague is the Peace Palace (Vredespaleis in Dutch).  Visiting the Peace Palace is not particularly easy, however touring the grounds where the International Court of Justice is held is a worthwhile endeavor.  I’ll be discussing the history of the Peace Palace, what to expect from a guided tour of the Peace Palace, and how to visit the Peace Palace as a private citizen.

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Filed Under: Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, The Hague, The Netherlands, Travel

Beautiful trees in bloom at the Japanese Garden in Den Haag in spring. This stunning Japanese garden is a must-see!

How to view the beautiful Japanese garden in Den Haag in fall and spring

October 17, 2018 by Karen Leave a Comment

One of the small joys of living in a place year-round is that you get to experience your home city in each season.  Although seasons in the Netherlands are far more mild than those of my home country, I still have a huge soft spot for fall and spring here in the Netherlands.  One of the best places to ring in spring and fall is at the Japanese garden in Den Haag.  I’ll be including advice for visiting the Japanese garden in both seasons, including getting to Clingendael.

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Filed Under: Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, The Hague, The Netherlands, Travel

Sandwich with Hollandse Nieuwe Haring on Vlaggetjesdag in Scheveningen

Vlaggetjesdag, Hollandse Nieuwe Haring, and herring in the Netherlands

August 30, 2018 by Karen Leave a Comment

Is there anything more Dutch than herring? This favorite fish is a staple of the Dutch diet, yet many foreigners know little about it.  Ever since moving to the Hague, I was lucky enough to experience Vlaggetjesdag, an amazing yearly celebration of herring season in the Netherlands. I’ll be discussing Vlaggetjesdag, Dutch herring, and the amazing cultural legacy of Hollandse Nieuwe Haring.

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Filed Under: Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Food and Drink Adventures, Holland, Local Guides, Sustainable Tourism, The Hague, The Netherlands, Travel, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam

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